The Agenda

In this episode, Paul Gillen is joined by David Hopper – both of them partners in the employment team here at Lewis Silkin – to talk about Theme C of Northern Ireland’s proposed “Good Jobs” Employment Rights Bill. From union access and lower recognition thresholds to e-ballots, while the seven-day industrial action notice stays put – this episode explores what’s likely to change now, what’s for la...

Join Wendy Saunders, Helen Adams and Rosie Moore as they explore the FCA’s final guidance on tackling non-financial misconduct. This discussion considers what it means, why it matters and, most importantly, what firms should be doing now. Join us for practical guidance designed to help busy teams turn insight into action.

Tom Heys and Sophie Jameison sat down with I. Stephanie Boyce CBE, former President of the Law Society, to talk about why employers heading into schools isn’t just a nice thing to do—it can actually change lives. From careers advice to sparking ambition, Stephanie shares insights on how outreach can help level the playing field and open doors for young people. A thoughtful, inspiring conversation...

Listen here for the latest developments and essential practical takeaways (short enough to fit into a 10 minute coffee break!). Lawyers from our IHELC team will discuss key developments in employment law with our usual pragmatism and insight, a touch of humour and a sharp focus on the in-house lawyer’s perspective. In this episode, Lucy and Tarun discuss the removal of the cap on unfair dismissal...

移民法のルールと人種差別禁止の要請をどのように両立させればよいのでしょうか。英国弁護士のAbi FrederickとLi Xiangが、移民法と雇用法が交差する厄介な論点について、日本語で解説します。 このポッドキャストでは、就労資格の確認、スポンサーシップ制度のルールとリスク、給与の基準額とその調整など、企業が直面しやすいテーマを取り上げます。頻繁に変更される複雑な移民ルールへの適切な対応と、差別や不当解雇の回避との...

Part 3 of our "Good Jobs" mini series is here! In this episode, Kevin Gallagher is joined by Patricia Coulter of the Labour Relations Agency to unpack Theme B of Northern Ireland’s proposed “Good Jobs” Employment Rights Bill which focuses on Pay and Benefits. They discuss what’s changing (and what’s not) with holiday pay, working time, record-keeping, payslips and tips and Patricia outli...

In this episode, Lucy and Colin discuss the latest on the Employment Rights Bill, how the ban on maternity returners might work in practice and why you do need to know about the trade union reforms (even if you think you don’t)!

In this episode, Brinsley, Geraint, and Jen Dinmore delve into the CMA’s latest updates on pricing practices, which came into effect on 18 November. They discuss the actions the CMA is taking and the new guidance it has issued, highlighting what these changes mean for businesses and consumers alike. They explain the legal shift to a “total price” requirement, why drip pricing and price compartment...

In this episode of the Future of Work Hub’s Peer-to-Peer podcast, Julia Paulding is joined by Jenny Shiers, Chief People Officer at Unily. They explore how personalisation and reducing digital friction can drive exceptional employee experience and engagement, as well as how organisations can foster "organisational velocity" to enable them to pivot quickly and adapt to a rapidly changing...

Lithuania is land of ancient amber, determined endurance, and unexpectedly functional pay transparency laws. While others brace for impact under the Pay Transparency Directive, Lithuania’s been quietly getting on with some aspects of it for years. In this episode of Pay Attention, Tom Heys and David Lorimer sit down with Jovita Valatkaite from COBALT Legal to find out how a country famed for persi...

In this episode recorded live at our Navigating Workplace Privacy conference, Partner and Co-Head of Data, Privacy & Cyber Bryony Long and Managing Associate Joanna de Fonseka talk through current global workplace privacy trends: what to know and do? They cover: New UK legislation – the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 and the Employment Rights Bill - what’s changing and what it means for you Lo...

In this special episode, Katey Dixon speaks to Andrew Gough, CEO of GCD Technologies on scaling a tech business over 26 years without external investment. Andrew reflects on GCD’s journey from student start-up to established industry player, sharing insights on building a resilient company culture, adapting to technological change, and the importance of strong governance. He also explores the chal...

In this episode of the “Good Jobs” mini‑series, Managing Associate Emma Grossmith and Senior Associate Emmie Ellison unpack the headline proposals on zero and low‑hours work in Northern Ireland’s proposed “Good Jobs” Employment Rights Bill. They cover the right to request banded hours, reasonable notice for shifts with proportionate compensation for cancellations, and a ban on exclusivity clauses...

In this episode, Colin and Tarun discuss when we might expect the Employment Rights Bill to receive royal assent, the changes you might need to make to your settlement agreement from this month and an EAT decision on what acting in the course of employment means. 

In this episode of the Future of Work Hub’s Peer-to-Peer podcast, Julia Paulding, Chief People Officer at Lewis Silkin, sits down with Cathy Temple, Head of HR, EMEA at Salesforce. They discuss HR’s evolving role in AI-driven workplace transformation, emphasising the need for trust, transparent communication, human-centric leadership and continuous upskilling to build agile, future-ready organisat...

The EU’s Pay Transparency Directive is about shining a light on salaries; the GDPR is about keeping personal data under wraps. Put the two together and you’ve got a legal paradox: employers are asked to build a glass house, but only if the blinds are firmly drawn. In this episode, Tom Heys and David Lorimer are joined by Lewis Silkin partners Bryony Long and Ben Favaro to unpack the real tension b...

In this episode, Belfast employment partners Ciara Fulton and Paul Gillen introduce the Department for the Economy’s “Way Forward” response to the recent ‘Good Jobs’ Employment Rights Bill consultation, marking a potentially major step forward for employment law in Northern Ireland. They set the scene for what these wide-ranging reforms could mean for the world of work in NI, and how organisations...

In this episode of the Future of Work Hub’s In Conversation podcast, Lucy Lewis is joined by Professor Alan Felstead, Emeritus Professor at Cardiff University and a leading expert on work, skills and employment. Alan shares insights from the landmark Skills and Employment Survey 2024 , exploring how the world of work in the UK is evolving, what workers value, and the challenges and opportunities f...

In this, our inaugural episode of Work and Class - our social mobility series spotlighting initiatives that can really make a difference to social mobility in the workspace – we discuss mentoring. Our host Sophie Jamieson is joined Nick Eziefula, a lawyer at Simkins LLP, Anthony Achille, programme manager at Abbey Road Studios and our very own Cliff Fluet, a tireless advocate for mentoring.

Join Brinsley and Geraint, and Rebecca (Becky) Moore, a partner in our Manchester office, for a deep dive into the UK’s latest rules on advertising less healthy foods (LHF). There are some key changes taking place, that will revolutionise food and drink advertising in the UK. Together, Geraint, Becky and Brinsley unpack how the policy has evolved, discuss the important differences between brand ad...

Our Beyond Borders podcast series is designed to help you manage your international workforce and navigate the quirks of international employment law. In this episode, we explore performance management under PRC law, including the high threshold for dismissing employees for incompetence, the role of Performance Improvement Plans, and key issues around overtime pay and non-compete clauses. While th...

Our Beyond Borders podcast series is designed to help you manage your international workforce and navigate the quirks of international employment law. In this episode, we navigate the complexities of India’s employment law landscape. From the nuanced definition of “workmen” under Indian labour statutes to the practical challenges of terminating employment, we unpack key legal concepts and emerging...

In this episode, we demystify Australia’s famously intricate employment landscape, unpacking the interplay between the federal Fair Work Act, state/territory legislation and the 120-plus modern awards that set industry-specific minimum standards. We also explore the distinctive concept of casual employment, the latest regulation of gig-economy “employee-like” workers, 2025 privacy reforms, the nat...

Our Beyond Borders podcast series is designed to help you manage your international workforce and navigate the quirks of international employment law. In this episode, we delve into Singapore’s unique tripartite approach to labour policy, examining how collaboration between the government, employers, and unions shapes employment practices. We also unpack the practical aspects of terminating employ...

Our Beyond Borders podcast series is designed to help you manage your international workforce and navigate the quirks of international employment law. In this episode, we focus on South Korea’s pro-employee environment in the context of protections against unjust dismissal, the practicalities of terminating employment, business transfers and worker representation.