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Employment law

Explore the implications of the UK's new Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023 on employment contracts, worker rights, and employer responsibilities. Stay updated.

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Contracts

If the change to your contract of employment is forced on you without agreement, you may be able to make a claim at Employment Tribunal.

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Employment law

There are various ways your Employment can come to and - but if you are an Employee you have the right not to be unfairly dismissed.

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Employment law

The Swedish Derogation is being mentioned a lot by Umbrella Companies.  What does it mean?

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Tax

Giving or awarding shares through an Employment Related Securities scheme can be a good way for employers to reward employees. Here's what you need to know.

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Limited company

Limited companies are governed by the regulations contained in the Companies Act 2006. All company registration & records are managed by Companies House.

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Employment law

Apprenticeship schemes are often in the news (and not always for the right reasons), so here's what they're about & where you can find out more about them.

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Employment law

If you have been accidentally overpaid by your employer, it may seem like a lucky bonus, but don't assume you can keep the money!

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Running a business

Need help getting your business finances in shape? Webinar and Q&A with top tips and simple steps to get your business in good financial health.

Sick leave
Employment law

There has been plenty of confusion surrounding how workers holiday entitlements react with sickness absence. Here's what we know.|There has been plenty of confusion surrounding how workers holiday entitlements react with sickness absence. Here's what we know.

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Employment law

All employers are required by law to have written disciplinary and dismissal procedures for employees and you must have access to this.

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Personal finance

Crunch Mortgage Monitor is a free service for Crunch Clients and Crunch Chorus members that checks every day to see if you could save money on your mortgage.

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Tax

FRS 105 is the Financial Reporting Standard applicable to micro-entities in the UK (issued by the Financial Reporting Council ).

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