Lola Idris and Flynn Silby look at the practical impact of day‑one parental leave rights on policies, management decisions and early workforce planning. Introduction From 6 April 2026, employees will no longer need a qualifying period of service in order to...
Insights from Tameside MBC v K, Y and N [2025] EWHC 1690 (Fam), as outlined by Graeme Bentley. The judgment of Henke J in Tameside MBC v K, Y and N provides a stark illustration of the risks that arise where vulnerable older children are subject to repeated short‑term...
This article by Atlanta Burgon and Flynn Silby focuses on the practical impact of the new six‑month unfair dismissal rule and what it means for probation, investigations and early‑stage employment processes. The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces a major...
The decision in Medway Council v A Father offers important guidance on the role of parental consent in cases where a child under 16 is subject to significant care‑related restrictions. It highlights how the courts approach deprivation of liberty for profoundly...
Children across England experience substantial levels of emotional and mental health difficulties, with NHS data showing that one in five is living with a probable mental health disorder. Many of these difficulties can be linked to experiences of trauma or adversity,...
