The Employment Law Pod

How much is your business really worth to a buyer and how much of that value sits in things that never appear on a balance sheet? In this second instalment of our series on maximising business value ahead of a sale, Helen Goss from the Boyes Turner employment team is joined again by Rebecca Woolmington of HR Central. Where Part 1 looked at organisational structure, succession planning and getting...

In this episode of the Employment Law Pod, employment Partner Andrew Whiteaker is joined by dispute resolution Partner Phillip Baldwin to explore the growing impact of AI on litigation , grievances and dispute resolution. Andy and Phil explore how litigants, employees and businesses are increasingly using tools such as ChatGPT to prepare grievances, legal arguments and tribunal claims. They discus...

In this episode of the Employment Law Pod, Andrew Whiteaker is joined by Will Morris from Profectus Recruitment to unpack one of the most significant upcoming changes in UK employment law . With the Employment Rights Act introducing a new six month qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims and removing the compensation cap, businesses are entering a period of real change and increased risk. An...

In this episode of the Employment Law Pod, Helen Goss is joined by long-time collaborator Rebecca Woolmington , founder of HR Central, to explore how businesses can maximise value and minimise risk when preparing for sale from a people perspective. With growing movement across the SME market, many organisations are gearing up for investment or exit. But as Helen and Rebecca explain, buyers aren’t...

In this episode of the Employment Law Pod, partners Andrew Whitaker and Helen Goss unpack one of the most significant shake-ups to UK employment law in decades: the Employment Rights Act. With the Act now in force and many changes being phased in through 2026 and 2027, Andy and Helen explore what we know so far, what remains uncertain, and what employers should be thinking about now. They discuss...

In our last employment podcast of the year Claire Taylor- Evans , Partner and Harjeet Nangla, Senior Associate discuss what might be on HR’s 2025 Christmas Wish List. Can you spot the festive song lyrics throughout the episode? The discussion starts with the risk of workplace Christmas parties, looking at employer liability, festive misconduct and the heightened obligations introduced by the Worke...

If you’re staring down a reorganisation, a redundancy risk, or a fraying working relationship, a well-drafted settlement agreement can be the difference between clean closure and months of expensive uncertainty. In this episode, Partner Helen Goss and Solicitor Rachael McAnulty break down everything employers and employees need to know about settlement agreements. With organisations continuing to...

Andrew Whiteaker , and Helen Goss unpack the legal and practical considerations when employees take time away from their regular roles, from temporary secondments to unpaid sabbaticals and career breaks.  They discuss:  What distinguishes a secondment from a sabbatical or unpaid leave Common pitfalls when employees return from extended absence How to avoid disputes with clear written agreements Wh...

In this episode of The Employment Law Pod, Andrew Whiteaker is joined by Julie Marsh , Partner in the Clinical Negligence team, to explore the challenges around managing long-term sickness absence. Together, they discuss: The realities employees face after serious illness or injury. Why early communication between employers and employees matters. The role of medical evidence and occupational healt...

Exiting a CEO or senior executive is rarely straightforward. In this episode of the Employment Law Pod, Partners Andrew Whiteaker and Helen Goss unpack the legal and commercial challenges of removing a senior leader. They explore how to handle service agreements, shareholder disputes, restrictive covenants, and whether garden leave or settlement is the best option. In the second half of the episod...

In this episode of The Employment Law Pod, Chris Harber Partner, Employment & Immigration at Boyes Turner breaks down the sweeping changes to the UK immigration system introduced in July 2025. These updates are part of the government’s ongoing strategy to "restore control" and represent one of the most significant overhauls to the Skilled Worker route in recent years.  If your organi...

In this episode of The Employment Law Pod, Partners Andrew Whiteaker and Helen Goss dissect a series of recent and thought-provoking employment law developments:  Sighing as Discrimination? They begin with the case of Watson v Roke Manor Research , where a manager’s non-verbal expressions such as sighing, eye-rolling, and huffing were deemed discriminatory toward an employee with ADHD. The discuss...

What happens when a seemingly dry piece of Scottish legislation leads to a Supreme Court ruling that defines what it legally means to be a man or woman? The ramifications are far more extensive than anyone might have anticipated. The Supreme Court's landmark ruling in For Women Scotland versus the Scottish Ministers (2025) has delivered clarity on a question that has caused political figures...

In this series, Barry Stanton , Managing Partner, is talking to his European colleagues with whom he has worked on numerous projects about five things we should know about employment law in their country. In this final episode, Barry is discussing Spanish employment law with guest Juan Carlos Lombardí from Bartolome & Briones .  Together, they unpack key legal issues affecting employers in Spa...

The UK's Employment Rights Bill represents the most significant shake-up of workplace protections in decades, and our latest podcast breaks down what employers and HR professionals need to know right now. Andrew Whiteaker , Partner and Stacey Reay , Paralegal in the Employment team , dive into the crucial updates from recent government consultation responses that reveal important modification...

In this series, Barry Stanton , Managing Partner, is talking to his European colleagues with whom he has worked on numerous projects about five things we should know about employment law in their country. Today, Barry is joined by Matthijs Roest Crollius , Partner at Doorn & Keizer , an expert in Dutch employment law. Their discussion covers the process and legal requirements for termination a...

In this episode of the Employment Pod, Helen Goss and Peter Olszewski discuss the legal implications of expressing controversial beliefs on social media and the impact on an employer's reputation. The case of Higgs v. Farmer School highlights the dynamic surrounding personal beliefs and workplace policies. For employers, this case shows the need to assess whether a belief itself is objectiona...

In this series, Barry Stanton , Managing Partner, is talking to his European colleagues with whom he has worked on numerous projects about five things we should know about employment law in their country. In this episode, Barry is speaking to his colleague Claire Taylor-Evans on employment law in the UK. The episode begins by highlighting that employment relationships can exist without written con...

Can returning to the office genuinely transform the workplace, or is it simply an attempt to revive pre-pandemic traditions? Join Andrew Whiteaker and Helen Goss as they explore the shift from remote work to hybrid and office first arrangements , weighing the freedom of flexible schedules against the compelling push for in person presence to nurture company culture and ignite productivity.  They d...

In this series, Barry Stanton , Managing Partner, is talking to his European colleagues with whom he has worked on numerous projects about five things we should know about employment law in their country. In today's episode, Barry is speaking to Harold Berrier from Ydès . French employment law involves numerous layers of regulations. Key highlights include:  Regulatory Hierarchy : From Labour...

This episode focusses on TUPE transfers, especially concerning migrant/sponsored workers and their rights under immigration law . Peter Olszewski , in the Employment team and Chris Harber in the Immigration team discuss the importance of early due diligence in managing these often missed responsibilities. They highlight the urgency for sellers to grasp their sponsor licence duties and for buyers t...

In this series, Barry Stanton , Managing Partner, is talking to his European colleagues with whom he has worked on numerous projects about five things we should know about employment law in their country.  In this episode, Barry will be speaking to Daniela Hangarter-Sperling and Julian Leicht from Hangarter Legal , about German employment law. One of the main topics is that of "wet ink"...

In the latest episode of our podcast, Andy Whiteaker and Helen Goss will discuss protected conversations from the employer's point of view. They address common misconceptions about protected conversations. Many employers mistakenly label discussions as "without prejudice," potentially leading to constructive dismissal claims if not handled correctly. By examining the practical appli...

In this series, Barry Stanton , Managing Partner is talking to his European colleagues, with whom he has worked on numerous projects, about five things we should know about employment law in their country. This episode, we have guest speaker Emanuele Licciardi from Morri Rossetti in Milan. Together, they shed light on the complexities of workplace investigations and performance management within I...

In this episode, Andy Whiteaker and Helen Goss , discuss conducting effective workplace investigations and the challenges and legal obligations for HR teams. Join the conversation where they speak about the intricacies of handling disciplinary actions , grievances, and whistleblowing. They share personal insights from recent complex investigations, offering guidance on preserving independence and...