Insight
Pensions: General election, summary of party manifestos
01/07/24
Major political parties have released their manifestos detailing what changes they would make if they were given the majority vote to run the country. Pensions is an area of which the government needs to take some vital decisions on.
Insight
Impact of recent National Living Wage increases on salary sacrifice and net deduction arrangements
08/05/24
On 1 April 2024, the National Living Wage (NLW) increased to £11.44 per hour. As a consequence some workers who benefit from salary sacrifice or net deduction arrangements could now be paid less than the NLW.
Podcast
The Police (Conduct) (Amendment) Regulations Podcast
03/05/24
Welcome to Capsticks' latest podcast, where our expert legal team provide a summary of the new Police (Conduct)(Amendment) Regulations 2024 that come into force on 7 May 2024.
Insight
Supreme Court: lack of protection from detriment for participating in industrial action is incompatible with the right to participate in a lawful strike
22/04/24
This long-running case considers whether employees engaging in strike action should be protected from potential disadvantage and prejudice by their employers.
Insight
Spring budget 2024: key takeaways on pensions
06/03/24
High level summary on pensions from Spring Budget 2024 announcement.
Insight
Updated right to work check guidance – what employers need to know
26/02/24
On 8 February 2024 the Home Office updated its Employer's guide to right to work checks. The guidance sets out the steps that employers should take to satisfy themselves that those they employ have a right to work.
Insight
Spotlight on - Apprenticeships in the NHS
15/02/24
Following National Apprenticeship week this year, we look below at the law and rules that apply to the NHS apprenticeship schemes, the common issues that arise and set out practical tips for success.
Insight
Flexible working – changes in effect on 6 April 2024
19/12/23
The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 does not introduce a "day one" right to request flexible working. However, this change is now provided for in the Flexible Working (Amendment) Regulations 2023.
Insight
New statutory holiday pay rules – what employers need to know
14/12/23
The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023 come into force on 1 January 2024. This insight summarises the impact of the new regulations and what this means for employers and their workers.
Insight
What will government’s proposed five point plan to reduce immigration mean for employers?
06/12/23
The Home Secretary has announced a five point plan with the aim of reducing net immigration. In this insight we outline the proposed plan and what it will mean to employers.
Insight
Autumn Statement: key takeaways on pensions
22/11/23
Our experts summarise the main takeaways from Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn 2023 Statement today.
Insight
NHS Pension Scheme: Consultation and proposed changes from April 2024
09/11/23
The government has recently launched a consultation on various proposals including amendment to the employer and employee member contributions to the NHS Pension Scheme.