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Employment Rights Act 2025: Changes to Unfair Dismissal Rights and the Risks for Employers
Under the Employment Rights Act 2025, from 1 January 2027 the qualifying period for an employee to gain protection from unfair dismissal will decrease from two years to six months,…
An Employer’s Guide to Issuing and Updating Employment Contracts
An employment contract is a legally binding agreement between employer and employee. It sets out the terms and conditions of employment and ensures both parties have a clear understanding of…
Supreme Court Ruling on Part-Time Worker Discrimination
In the landmark case of Augustine v Data Cars, the Supreme Court held that discrimination arises where the worker’s part-time status is an effective cause, even if not the sole…
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Managing Neuro-divergence in Staff
How employers can better support neuro‑divergent staff while meeting legal duties, managing risk, and fostering an inclusive workplace.Neuro-divergence in the workplace presents both opportunities and legal considerations for employers. This…
HR Managers’ Forum
An online meeting which provides an opportunity to share ideas, discuss best practice and thoughts on how to tackle tricky employee issuesOur HR Managers’ Forum is a quarterly meeting which…
HR Trends Shaping Businesses in 2026
In our latest Business Hub seminar, Helen Burrowes explores 2026 HR trends and how businesses can adapt and thrive in a changing workplace.The workplace continues to evolve at pace, presenting…
Latest News
Nockolds Retains Lexcel Accreditation for 23rd Consecutive Year
We are delighted to announce that Nockolds has successfully retained the Lexcel legal practice quality mark following its annual assessment in June 2026, marking the 23rd consecutive year that the firm has achieved…
Bridging Jurisdictions: Dalila Segador’s Rare Tri‑Legal Expertise
Dalila Segador, Head of Official Translations at Nockolds and Nockolds Lawyers Spain, holds a rare set of qualifications that act across multiple jurisdictions. A tri-jurisdictional profile like hers - a…
Nockolds Announces Haven House as Charity of the Year
Nockolds is delighted to announce Haven House as its Charity of the Year, reaffirming the firm’s ongoing commitment to supporting causes that make a meaningful difference in the community. Haven…