Limits on non-compete clauses

Limits on non-compete clauses

Government to introduce limits on non-compete clauses in contractsNon-compete clauses, otherwise known as restrictive covenants or post-termination restrictions, are used in contracts to restrict an employee from working for a competing business for a set period of...
What is ‘SOSR’ for dismissal?

What is ‘SOSR’ for dismissal?

SOSR, otherwise known as Some Other Substantial Reason, is one of the five potentially fair reasons for dismissal under section 98 of the Employment Rights Act 1996.SOSR can be used when a dismissal isn’t covered by one of the other four reasons outlined by the Act,...
New changes to paternity leave

New changes to paternity leave

New changes to paternity leave will provide more flexibility to eligible employees.Another upcoming change to legislation, as part of the recent Government focus on family-friendly reforms, reports that there will be more flexibility for employees who are entitled to...