Residential landlords take note: abolition of s21 of the Housing Act 1988
In 1989, the private sector housing market was altered by the introduction of the Assured Shorthold Tenancy (“the AST”). Since 1997, the AST has been the default agreement between residential landlords and tenants. The significance of an AST is that it can be...
Emma Watson and the launch of workplace harassment legal advice line
On 5th August 2019, the actor Emma Watson launched a workplace harassment legal advice helpline, aiming to give more women a better understanding of their rights. The helpline is being funded by public donations, including money from Watson, and will be managed by...
Top Personal Data Concerns highlighted by ICO
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has just released its annual strategic report, highlighting the main concerns people have about how companies collect and store their personal information. The Trust and Confidence report found that the perceived importance...Internet, austerity and no fees bring Tribunal upturn
Greater awareness of employer obligations – and equality, diversity and discrimination issues –has led to a 40% increase in the number of claims made at UK employment tribunals, according to figures released by Acas (the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration...