The UK Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has considered what protection is offered to job seekers and workers with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) under the disability discrimination provisions of the Equality Act 2010.
Arbitration Act 2025 Fully in Force — Reforms to UK Arbitration Now Effective
The substantive provisions of the Arbitration Act 2025 (the 2025 Act) took effect on 1 August 2025, pursuant to the Arbitration Act 2025 (Commencement) Regulations 2025. Marking an anticipated update to the UK’s arbitration framework, the reforms the 2025 Act introduces apply to all arbitration and arbitration-related court proceedings commenced on or after 1 August 2025.
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UK Government Proposes Ban on NDAs in Harassment and Discrimination Cases
In a significant move, the UK Government has announced its intention to end the use of NDAs in cases of harassment and discrimination. This follows growing concern about the misuse of NDAs, highlighted by Zelda Perkins’ testimony on her experience with restrictive agreements after the #MeToo movement brought such issues to light.
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The Proposed Ban on Upwards-Only Rent Reviews in UK Commercial Leases
On 10 July, the UK Government introduced the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, which unexpectedly includes a ban on upwards-only rent review clauses in new commercial leases in England and Wales. This GT Alert examines the Bill’s main points, its potential effects on landlords and investors, and what to expect as the legislation moves forward.
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UK FCA Expands the Reach of COCON and Consults on Non-Financial Misconduct
The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is expanding the reach of its Code of Conduct (COCON) for non-bank firms and consulting on new guidance related to non-financial misconduct, with changes taking effect from September 2026 that will align requirements more closely with those already applicable to banks.
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UK Data (Access and Use) Act 2025: Key Changes Seek to Streamline Privacy Compliance
The UK’s Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (the Act) officially came into law on June 19. The Act seeks to modernize the UK’s data protection and e-privacy regimes.
Disclosure in England and Wales: A Duty to Use Technology
It is not enough that we do our best; sometimes we must do what is required. This famous line attributed to Britain’s defining war time
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UK Government’s 2025 Strategic Priorities for the CMA: Key Insights for Businesses and Investors
The UK government’s 2025 steer encourages the CMA “to ensure that businesses receive a ‘best in class’ experience.”
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Use of AI in Recruitment and Hiring – Considerations for EU and US Companies
AI is transforming the recruitment landscape across the globe, making processes such as resume screening and candidate engagement more efficient.
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UK Venues Face New Security Requirements Under ‘Martyn’s Law’
On 3 April, the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 received Royal Assent. The Act, also known as “Martyn’s Law” in tribute to Martyn Hett, one of the 22 people killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, is intended to improve protective security and organisational preparedness for terrorist attacks at public venues across the UK.
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