The Government has published detailed guidance on creating gender equality action plans for employers with 250 or more employees. While voluntary from April 2026, these plans will become mandatory from 2027 alongside existing reporting obligations. The guidance outlines a framework covering workforce analysis, menopause support and reporting. We share the key requirements and how employers should prepare. […]
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The UK Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces wide-ranging employment reforms now in force, with further changes rolling out over the next 12 to 24 months. This creates an opportunity to support clients in reviewing policies, managing compliance risk and preparing for phased implementation across redundancy, dismissal and more. This article sums up the key changes and how Abbiss Cadres can support client readiness. […]
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The Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Regulations 2026 introduce a new day one right to leave for employees whose child’s primary carer dies within the first year following birth or adoption. The regulations create new obligations for employers around leave entitlement, notice requirements, job protection, and redundancy rights. This article explains who qualifies, how the new leave works in practice, and the key considerations organisations should now review within their employment policies and procedures. […]
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The deadline for the HMRC’s annual share plan return filings is approaching – here’s what you need to know. […]
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The UK tax authorities’ (HMRC) submission deadline for annual return filings concerning employment-related securities for the 2024/25 tax year is midnight, 12am UK time, on Sunday 6 July 2025. We provide advice and assistance for all aspects of the annual reporting requirements and are happy to help your clients. Either you can be our client […]
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On the 30th of October 2024, the new Labour government delivered the first Labour Budget for 14 years. The Autumn Budget 2024 has been described as the most consequential budget for generations by numerous observers. We have summarised some key announcements across Abbiss Cadres disciplines: National Insurance The Chancellor has announced an increase in the […]
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has written to the Chair of the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to commission a review of the IT and engineering sectors’ relationship to international recruitment. The MAC has been asked to review key occupations in the Information Technology and Telecommunications and Engineering Professions and understand the reliance on international recruitment. The […]
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Employment Law Partner, Warren Wayne, has been featured in LawNews.co.uk where he has commented on the consultation currently being run by the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS). The rise in remote working following the global COVID pandemic has prompted the OTS to launch a review of hybrid and distance working and the tax implications for […]
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We are delighted to announce Warren Wayne will be joining Abbiss Cadres as a partner. Warren brings the benefit of over 30 years’ experience of complex workplace issues to our Employment Law and Investigations practice. To read more about Warren’s experience and client feedback regarding his reputation for quality work and dedication to achieving clients’ objectives, […]
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Transaction targets with no defined benefit scheme? Can corporate lawyers stop worrying about pensions? Unfortunately, not. Some corporate lawyers are tempted to let out a sigh of relief when told that the target company on an acquisition does not operate a defined benefit pension scheme. The assumption is that all the risk and complexity surrounding […]