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Leading judge lays out plans for divorce reform
One of Britain’s leading family law judges is calling for changes in the divorce process that would take most cases out of the courts altogether. Sir James Munby is the
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Delays over powers of attorney causing stress for families
Delays in the process of setting up lasting powers of attorney (LPA) are causing considerable stress and expense for thousands of families, according to a report in the Times newspaper.
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A personal assistant who was sacked after her affair with her boss was discovered has won her claim of unfair dismissal. The PA lost her job after the affair was
... Read moreFlexible working for all
The right for all employees to request flexible working came into force yesterday. Before 30 June 2014, the right only applied to parents of children under the age of 17
... Read moreHoliday pay should include commission payments
Should holiday pay include commission? Yes, if that commission is related to the number of sales the employee makes when they’re at work. Current legislation The European Working Time Directive
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