The Employment Law Podcast

In this episode of the Constantine Law podcast, immigration partners Alex Finch and Rebecca Tester explore why British citizenship is becoming an increasingly strategic decision for migrants in the UK. The discussion unpacks the key differences between ILR and citizenship, the risks of delaying an application, and how proposed “earned citizenship” reforms could make future applications more restri...

In the third episode of our Immigration Series, Alex Finch and Rebecca Tester are joined by Nita Upadhye, Managing Partner of NNU Immigration, to compare the UK and US business immigration systems. The discussion explores how political pressure around unlawful migration is influencing lawful sponsorship routes, the differing approaches to employer compliance and enforcement, and the structural rea...

The Employment Rights Act has now received Royal Assent and will bring the most radical changes to UK employment law in decades. In this episode of our podcast's We can work it out series, John Patrick Hayes and Amanda Rajkumar explain what the Employment Rights Act means for UK employers in practice—not just in theory. They break down the key changes, including:  The reduction of the unfair...

Annual appraisals are one of the most stressful workplace rituals – but are they broken beyond repair, or more important than ever? In this episode, Constantine Law's John Hayes is joined by HR leader and powerhouse Amanda Rajkumar to unpack why performance appraisals trigger so much anxiety, how outdated processes undermine trust, and what organisations should be doing differently as we head...

In this episode of the Employment Law Podcast by Constantine Law, Alex Finch and Rebecca Tester unpack the UK Government’s new consultation on “earned settlement” and what it could mean for migrants and employers. They break down the proposals in the policy paper A Fairer Pathway to Settlement, including: Increasing the standard settlement period from five to ten years New points-based criteria th...

In this episode of The Employment Law Podcast, John Hayes, Founder and Managing Partner of Constantine Law, sits down with Amanda Rajkumar, Board-level HR practitioner, speaker, and former Chief HR Officer at global powerhouses including Adidas, BNP Paribas, and JP Morgan. Together in this series, they explore how the worlds of employment law and HR leadership can work hand in hand to solve some o...

This immigration law mini-series, part of the Constantine Law Podcast, is hosted by partners Rebecca Tester and Alex Finch . Across the series, they break down the latest UK immigration policy changes, legal reforms, and their impact on employers, HR teams, and individuals. Clear, practical, and insightful — designed to help you stay ahead in a fast-changing legal landscape. Find out more about Co...

In this episode of the Employment Law Podcast, we’re joined by Catherine Wilson (Partner) and Ellie Rogers (Senior Associate) from Constantine Law to unpack the critical role of GDPR in modern recruitment practices. As more employers turn to AI-powered tools and automated processes to streamline hiring, data protection risks are increasing—and so is regulatory scrutiny. From handling candidate dat...

Bringing new talent into your business? In this episode, partners Fiona Hewitt and Catherine Wilson break down the legal and practical essentials for startups and growing businesses.  From defining job roles correctly to avoiding discrimination risks and budgeting for hidden hiring costs, they cover what every employer needs to know. Plus, key compliance steps—right-to-work checks, employment cont...

In the latest episode of The Employment Law Podcast, we join Constantine Law's Eleanor Rogers and Catherine Wilson as they provide essential guidance on managing redundancies, explaining key legal requirements and upcoming changes under the Employment Rights Act 2025. Key topics covered in this episode: Legal definition of redundancy Consultation requirements and timelines How to count affect...

On the latest episode of The Employment Law Podcast, your hosts John Hayes and Alan Lewis discuss the Employment Rights Bill, covering collective redundancy, whistleblowing interim relief, and zero-hours contracts for agency workers. They explore how these changes could impact employers, from increased costs to reduced labour market flexibility. Subscribe for more expert insights on employment law...

In this podcast episode, Constantine Law's Eliza Nash and Ellie Rogers discuss the new duty for employers to prevent sexual harassment, which comes into effect on October 26th 2024.  Tune in as they explore the origins of the legislation, the practical steps employers must take to comply, the risks of non-compliance, and the implications of third-party harassment. Eliza and Ellie also touch o...

In this episode of The Employment Law Podcast, we dive into the UK's proposed four-day working week and its potential impact on both employers and employees. With the Labour government planning significant employment law reforms, including the right to request a shorter workweek, we explore what this could mean for the workplace. Join us as we break down the key points of the proposal, the ch...

In this episode of The Employment Law Podcast, John and Alan discuss the King's Speech in relation to proposed employment law reforms by the Labour government.  They touch on topics such as unfair dismissal, equal pay, union rights, tribunal system, zero hours contracts, worker status, and the right to switch off, with a discussion on the importance of a holistic approach to employment law an...

Hot on the heels of the UK general election, our founder John Hayes and partner Alan Lewis discuss some of the Labour Party's radical plans for employment law and their potential impact on economic growth. The main topics covered include in their analysis include:  The proposal to simplify worker status The introduction of Day One employment rights The regulation of zero-hours contracts The b...