Apprenticeship Contracts The government have issued new standard apprenticeship contracts, (40 different versions actually) covering all sorts of different sectors. These are not compulsory, but simply good practice, and the government has said that it trying to favour the employer more. If you are an Arcturus (retainer) client, we are able...

Seminar Invitation Auto-Enrolement - What You need to Know? Sherbornes Solicitors LLP in conjunction with Prosser Knowles Associates Ltd and Harper Sheldon will be providing a practical guide to dealing with the introduction of Auto-Enrolment and what it means to your business including payroll implications, impact on employment contracts and...

A “gentleman” who assaulted his girlfriend in her home (the girlfriend also being an employee) was dismissed by the employer and then successfully sued for unfair dismissal. The finding of unfair dismissal was upheld on appeal. This case reminds employers that even when the facts appear to be straight forward, even outrageous,...