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Employment law explained simply — contracts, non-competes, redundancy, and your workplace rights.

Employment5 min read

Is My Non-Compete Clause Enforceable? UK Law Explained

Non-compete clauses are common in UK employment contracts — but many are unenforceable. Here's how to tell whether yours would hold up in court, and what you can do about it.

18 Feb 2026Read guide
Employment7 min read

Employment Contract Red Flags: 10 Clauses to Question Before You Sign

Not all employment contracts are created equal. These 10 clauses are commonly misunderstood, frequently overreaching, and sometimes unenforceable — here's what to look for.

14 Feb 2026Read guide
Employment4 min read

Redundancy Pay UK: What You're Entitled To and How to Calculate It

If you're being made redundant, UK law entitles you to statutory redundancy pay — but many employees don't know how to calculate it or what else they're owed. Here's the full picture.

13 Feb 2026Read guide
Employment4 min read

Zero Hours Contracts: Your Rights as a UK Worker

Zero hours contracts are widely used in the UK — but many workers don't realise they still have legal rights. Here's what you're entitled to, and what employers cannot do.

12 Feb 2026Read guide
Employment5 min read

Unfair Dismissal UK: When You Can Claim and How to Do It

Being dismissed from your job doesn't automatically mean you were dismissed unfairly. But if it was unfair, UK law gives you the right to challenge it. Here's how.

11 Feb 2026Read guide
Employment5 min read

Settlement Agreements UK: What Every Employee Needs to Know Before Signing

A settlement agreement ends your employment in exchange for a payment — but signing the wrong one can cost you thousands. Here's what UK law requires, what you should negotiate, and what you must never waive.

28 Jan 2026Read guide
Employment5 min read

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP): What You're Entitled To and When Employers Can Withhold It

Statutory Sick Pay is one of the most misunderstood employment rights in the UK. Here's who qualifies, how much you get, how long it lasts, and what to do if your employer refuses to pay.

20 Jan 2026Read guide
Employment5 min read

Probation Periods UK: What Employers Can and Can't Do

Probation periods feel like a legal grey area — but employees have more rights than most realise. Here's what UK law says about dismissal, extensions, sick leave, and what's actually in your contract.

16 Jan 2026Read guide
Employment6 min read

Working From Home Rights UK: What the Law Actually Says

Can your employer force you back to the office? Can you request remote work permanently? Here's what UK employment law says about working from home, flexible working requests, and your rights.

8 Jan 2026Read guide
Employment6 min read

TUPE Explained: Your Rights When Your Employer Changes Hands

If your employer is sold, merged, or outsources your role, TUPE regulations protect your job, pay, and terms. Here's what transfers, what can't be changed, and what to do if your employer tries to cut your rights.

4 Jan 2026Read guide