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By Louise Maynard • October 1, 2026
From 1 October 2026, time limits for many employment tribunal claims increase from three to six months. Springhouse explains the new deadlines and Acas early conciliation.
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By Springhouse Solicitors • September 30, 2026
Understand settlement agreement pay, including notice, holiday, bonus, commission, redundancy, tax, benefits and the GBP 30,000 threshold.
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By Springhouse Solicitors • September 30, 2026
Learn the legal requirements for a valid settlement agreement, including written terms, specific claims, independent advice.
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By Springhouse • September 29, 2026
A settlement agreement is not only about compensation. Discover what employees may be able to negotiate, including references, notice, restrictions and legal fees.
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By Sally Eastwood • June 29, 2026
Unsure whether to sign a settlement agreement quickly? Learn what to check, how long you should usually have, and when to get legal advice.
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By Sally Eastwood • June 25, 2026
New Presidential Guidance effective 22 June 2026 sets out strict rules for interim relief applications in employment tribunals. Find out what employees need to know and how to act fast.
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By Sally Eastwood • June 23, 2026
Facing workplace bullying or a toxic environment? Sally Eastwood of Springhouse Solicitors explains your legal rights, how to gather evidence and what steps to take to protect your position.
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By Yeing-Lang Chong • June 23, 2026
From 19 June 2026, employees have a clearer right to complain about how their personal data is used at work. Yeing of Springhouse Solicitors explains what this means and how to use it.
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By Sally Eastwood • June 22, 2026
The Employment Appeal Tribunal has clarified when reinstatement can be refused and how compensation can be reduced in unfair dismissal claims. We analyse DHL Services Ltd v Ignatowicz [2026] EAT 74.
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By Sally Eastwood • June 3, 2026
An employee guide to sexual harassment at work, workplace culture, safe reporting and why clear policies and trained managers still matter.