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Recent posts
Deadline Alert: The 1st of May Real Living Wage implementation
By May 1, 2026, accredited Living Wage employers must update payrolls and contracts, following new independently calculated wage rates.
The advice we’ve been asked for in April
In April 2026, UK businesses face crucial employment law changes, with a focus on sick pay reforms and phased employee return rights.
April ERA Recap: Navigating the new employment reality
The UK’s employment landscape has significantly changed with new rights, impacting employer compliance and record-keeping ahead of future milestones.
Guest Blog | UK workplace drug testing
Employers must ensure drug testing policies comply with legal standards, confirming results through accredited laboratories to avoid unfair dismissal.
Balancing Beliefs: Why the EAT Lister v New College Swindon judgement matters
The Employment Appeal Tribunal’s decision in Lister v New College Swindon will clarify belief discrimination boundaries for employers in education.
Stress at Work: More than just a bad day
This piece discusses the legal responsibilities of UK employers regarding workplace stress, emphasising mental health’s significance beyond physical safety.
Thinking Differently: Why neurodiversity is a workplace superpower
Neurodiversity Celebration Week promotes action to support neurodivergent individuals at work, emphasising legal obligations and inclusive practices in recruitment.
Refreshing Law featured in Business Live
Lousha Reynolds leads Refreshing Law, offering accessible legal advice with 17 years of expertise, as featured in Business Live.
Removing the statutory cap in unfair dismissal compensation: how will the UK compare to other countries?
The UK will soon remove the cap on unfair dismissal claims, affecting settlement negotiations and tribunal processes significantly.
The top questions we’re hearing from clients this month
The Employment Rights Act reduces the unfair dismissal qualifying period to 6 months, effective from 1 January 2027. Read our FAQs below.
Consultation launched on the threshold for triggering collective redundancy obligations
The ERA 2025 will introduce an additional, alternative threshold test based on the total number of redundancies across the whole business.
Video | New look, same approach
Refreshing Law offers practical employment law guidance for UK businesses, aiding in compliance and decision-making amid evolving workplace challenges.
Refresh, reset
Refreshing Law has rebranded under Lousha Reynolds, enhancing client support with practical legal advice and straightforward services.
Employment Rights Bill update — Where are we now?
The Employment Rights Bill progresses amid ministerial changes, retaining key reforms while rejecting significant amendments aimed at simplifying implementation.
A goodbye from Anna Denton-Jones
Anna Denton-Jones’ final blog before she retires. Reflecting on the last 27 years as a practising solicitor.
ICO launches two public consultations on amendments to the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA)
The ICO is consulting on new DUAA amendments, focusing on data protection complaints and recognised legitimate interests, closing in October 2025.
Implementing the Employment Rights Act — A roadmap for delivering change
The Employment Rights Bill introduces major reforms, with key changes phased from 2025 to 2027, impacting workers’ rights significantly.
Case law update — July 2025
Active support is essential in redundancy cases, as mere signposting to vacancies may lead to unfair dismissal, as seen in Hendy Group Ltd v Kennedy.
Video | Breach of confidence and procedural fairness
Watch Anna discuss the Woodhead v WTTV Ltd case on the Refreshing Law YouTube channel, focusing on employer duty of care.
The Data Use and Access Act 2025 (DUAA) has passed – What does it mean for employers?
The new data protection Act updates laws, clarifying Subject Access Requests and mandating an accessible complaints process for organisations.
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