Knowledge Hub

Temporary Event Notices (TENs) for trading during the 2025 Lions Tour

Use TENs to open early and show the 2025 Lions Tour matches at your venue - key dates, deadlines, and legal tips included.

Capital Gains Tax: The gift that keeps taking

Recent changes to Capital Gains Tax could impact what your loved ones inherit. Find out how to plan ahead and protect your estate.

Supreme Court issues landmark ruling on undue influence in hybrid loan

Supreme Court ruling clarifies lender duties in joint loans with unequal benefit, expanding Etridge principles to hybrid transactions.

Flint Bishop expands Finance Dispute Resolution department with new Associate

Flint Bishop has welcomed Calum Davies as an Associate within its Finance Dispute Resolution department.

Celebrating Pride Month in the workplace

Celebrate Pride Month by reflecting on LGBTQIA+ history, promoting year-round inclusion, and understanding your legal responsibilities.

EAT ruling confirms value of EDI training and employer action in reasonable steps defence

EAT confirms employers can avoid liability for harassment if they take reasonable steps like EDI training and reinforcing workplace values.

What two Tribunal cases reveal about communication, behaviour, and workplace culture

Two Tribunal cases highlight the risks of poor communication, impulsive reactions, and ignoring workplace culture.

New neonatal care leave and pay: Essential employer guidance

New neonatal care leave laws are now in force. We break down the key guidance for employers from the Government and Acas.

EHRC issues interim guidance on Supreme Court judgment in For Women Scotland case

EHRC issues interim guidance on the Equality Act following the Supreme Court’s ruling in For Women Scotland, with key workplace implications.

The R.E.A.L. deal for a leading specialist education provider

R.E.A.L. Education Limited (“R.E.A.L.”), a leading provider of special education services, has been sold to The Aurora Group.

Flint Bishop recognised as a Champ’s Champion for Candlelighters

Flint Bishop joins Candlelighters' Champ’s Champions after raising £2,125 to support children with cancer and their families.

Flint Bishop surpasses £30m revenue mark with 53% year-on-year growth

Flint Bishop posts record FY24/25 double-digit growth with new offices, team expansion, innovative services, and national recognition in the legal sector.

What’s changing? Consultation period sees updates to the Employment Rights Bill

Key updates to the Employment Rights Bill: redundancy rules, sick pay changes, zero-hour contract reforms, and new enforcement powers.

EAT clarifies two-stage test for assessing ‘childcare disparity’ in indirect sex discrimination claims

EAT confirms tribunals must assess actual impact when applying the two-stage test for indirect sex discrimination and childcare disparity.

Unfair dismissal for second job while off sick highlights need for fair process

A postman dismissed for working as a taxi driver while off sick was found to have been unfairly dismissed due to flawed investigation.

Supreme Court rules on definitions of ‘Woman’ and ‘Man’ within the Equality Act

The Supreme Court has ruled on the definitions of ‘woman’ and ‘man’ within the Equality Act but what does this mean for employers.

Employment Appeal Tribunal overturns excessive award in discrimination case

EAT reduces £10,000 injury to feelings award in maternity discrimination case, finding it was excessive for the limited impact involved.

A practical guide to electing employee representatives for consultation

Step-by-step guidance on when and how to elect employee representatives for redundancy or TUPE consultation.

Flint Bishop appoints Head of Recoveries for new South Wales office

Steven Bengough joins Flint Bishop to lead Recoveries operations at our new Swansea office, bringing over 20 years of industry experience.

Flint Bishop strengthens UK presence with strategic team acquisition and new Wales office

Flint Bishop acquires Rebel Energy’s debt team and opens new Swansea office, boosting services and expanding its UK presence.

Licensing compliance checklist

Stay compliant with our licensing checklist—covering key requirements to help you avoid penalties and meet regulations.

How Martyn’s law affects venues and events

Learn what Martyn's law means for venue operators and event organisers, including new safety duties and compliance requirements.

Legal obligations and practical steps after Expert Tooling v Engie

Learn about fiduciary duties, commission disclosure, and legal compliance after the Expert Tooling v Engie ruling.

How to protect a family business from divorce

The importance for business owners to seek early advice to minimise future problems should their marriage break down in the future.

Flint Bishop shortlisted for 2025 Credit & Collections Industry Award

Flint Bishop shortlisted for Debt Recovery Specialist of the Year at the 2025 Credit & Collections Industry Awards.

Flint Bishop shortlisted for Corporate Law Firm of the Year

Flint Bishop shortlisted for Corporate Law Firm of the Year at the 2025 East Midlands Dealmakers Awards.

Flint Bishop celebrates internal talent as George Ottewell qualifies as a solicitor

Dismissal for dishonesty in a job application

The Employment Appeal Tribunal has held that an employer's decision to dismiss an employee for dishonesty in a job application was fair.

The High Court upholds a 12 month non-compete clause

High Court enforces a 12-month non-compete clause but rejects lesser restrictions in Dare International v Soliman.

Court of Appeal upholds EAT’s decision that dismissal for inappropriate contact was unfair without clear policy

The Court of Appeal upheld the EAT’s ruling that dismissal for inappropriate contact was unfair due to the lack of clear policy or training.