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Domestic violence leave in northern Ireland: what employers need to know (12 august 2026)

Domestic violence leave in northern Ireland: what employers need to know (12 august 2026)

On 8 July 2026, Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald reaffirmed her commitment to introducing paid...

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Employment Law Reform in Great Britain: Key 2026 Dates and Northern Ireland Implications

Employment Law Reform in Great Britain: Key 2026 Dates and Northern Ireland Implications

The summer months are traditionally a quieter period for employment law developments. However, 2026 has...

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NI Gender Critical Belief Article

NI Gender Critical Belief Article

Overview The Fair Employment Tribunal in Northern Ireland has dismissed claims brought by Sara O'Gorman...

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HR Skills Masterclass – November training dates

HR Skills Masterclass – November training dates

Our incredibly popular course has been updated for 2026 to meet evolving needs of HR....

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Great Britain: make work pay ongoing consultations

Great Britain: make work pay ongoing consultations

It is hard to keep up with the pace of change taking place in Great...

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The UK’s New Data Protection Complaints Regime: What Employers Need to Know

The UK’s New Data Protection Complaints Regime: What Employers Need to Know

From 19 June 2026, a significant change to UK data protection law has come into...

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Mock tribunal 2026

Mock tribunal 2026

Our Mock Tribunal, held at the Culloden Hotel, offered attendees an authentic and practical understanding...

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GB Consultation: Ending one-sided flexibility – reforms of zero hours and similar contracts

GB Consultation: Ending one-sided flexibility – reforms of zero hours and similar contracts

On 2 June 2026, In Great Britain the Government launched a Consultation on how it...

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Employers Federation with 20 other business groups across Northern Ireland have published the following statement

Employers Federation with 20 other business groups across Northern Ireland have published the following statement

Employers Federation with 20 other business groups across Northern Ireland have published the following statement:...

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Business groups welcome movement on ‘good jobs’ bill but warn significant concerns remain

Business groups welcome movement on ‘good jobs’ bill but warn significant concerns remain

A Statement on behalf of CBI NI, Employers Federation Northern Ireland, FSB NI, IOD NI, Manufacturing...

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