Employment
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Cosworth is an automotive engineering company specialising in high-performance internal combustion engines, clean fuel powertrains and electronics for automobile racing and mainstream automotive industries. In recent times, Cosworth has diversified...
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A multidisciplinary team from Ashtons Legal LLP has recently advised Quadrant Management on their acquisition of both Bartco Australia & MVIS Ltd who are leading global suppliers of portable variable...
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This year there will be an additional bank holiday on 8 May 2023 to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III. This may leave employers questioning whether staff...
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From 6 April 2023, the employment rates and limits will have their annual increase. In relation to employment tribunal claims, the new rates will apply where the effective date of...
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The recent successful Employment Tribunal claim by a junior lawyer who was treated unfairly during recruitment by her prospective employers is a timely reminder of the importance of organisations having...
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Ashtons Legal is delighted to report on a bumper year for their Corporate and Commercial team in 2022, which saw them complete a record number of deals. 2023 has also...
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The Women and Equalities Committee produced a report titled “Menopause and the workplace”, which contained recommendations to the Government for how those going through the menopause could be better supported....
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Ashtons’ Business Client Group is delighted to have advised the Godfrey family, shareholders of Ridley Godfrey (Holdings) Limited, on the sale of Thomas Ridley Foodservice to the multi-billion pound food...
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Last month (January 2023), the Government published its response to the “Making Flexible Working the Default” consultation launched back in September 2021. The key points Employees will have the right...
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Ashtons Legal has recently advised global digital agency group xDNA Group Limited on its acquisition of Climb Online Limited. Climb Online was founded in 2015 by the BBC Apprentice winner...
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The UK has introduced Skilled Worker visas to allow employers (who are a licensed sponsor) to recruit skilled workers from outside the UK and Ireland. The role must be at...
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The Temporary Worker Visa replaces the old Tier 5 system and allows certain individuals to work in the UK on a temporary basis. There are six categories of individuals that...
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