Top 10 Tips for Employers on the Employment Rights Act 2025 Reforms
Have you made the changes you need to comply with the reforms already in force? The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant shake-up of employment law in decades, which is currently being implemented in phases. A first wave of changes is already in force (April 2026), with further major reforms expected from October 2026 and into...
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Myerson Magazine Summer 2026 Issue
We're pleased to share the latest issue of Myerson Magazine, bringing together practical legal insights, updates on significant legislative changes and stories from across the firm. In this Summer edition, our experts explore the legal issues affecting individuals, families, business owners and property investors, from the Renters' Rights Act and...
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Employment Rights for Working Parents: Pregnancy Discrimination, Surrogacy and Family Leave
Data from the campaign group Pregnant Then Screwed has revealed that approximately 74,000 women lose their jobs simply for being pregnant or for taking maternity leave. That's the equivalent of one woman being pushed out of her job every seven minutes. On top of this, half of pregnant women, those on maternity leave and those returning from...
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Retail and Hospitality: Growing your Local Business
Growing a retail or hospitality business presents exciting opportunities, but it also introduces new legal responsibilities. Whether you are expanding online, recruiting more employees or negotiating commercial premises, taking the right legal steps early can help protect your business and support sustainable growth. In this practical webinar...
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Top 10 Tips for Employers on the Employment Rights Act 2025 Reforms
Have you made the changes you need to comply with the reforms already in force? The Employment Rights Act 2025 is the most significant shake-up of employment law in decades, which is currently being implemented in phases. A first wave of changes is already in force (April 2026), with further major reforms expected from October 2026 and into...
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Restrictive Covenants for Accountancy Firms: A Practical Drafting Checklist
Restrictive covenants can be a powerful safeguard, but they are only effective if they are well drafted and carefully tailored. Overly broad covenants that are wider than necessary are unlikely to be enforceable, leaving firms exposed precisely when they need protection the most. Our Professional Services Lawyers have created a checklist...
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Protecting Client Relationships: Why Restrictive Covenants Matter for Accountants
Restrictive covenants are clauses within an employee’s contract of employment or service agreement which restrict an employee’s actions during or after their employment with the firm. They aim to protect the legitimate interests of the employer’s business by placing limited, time-bound obligations on former employees after their employment ends...
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Pride at Work: Protecting LGBTQ+ Employees from Workplace Discrimination
With Pride celebrations coming up and continuing across the UK each year, many employers take visible steps towards inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. Despite this, LGBTQ+ employees can still face discrimination, harassment, bullying or unfair treatment in the workplace, and employers should ensure proactive steps are taken to prevent...
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Myerson Magazine Spring 2026 Issue
We’re pleased to share the latest issue of Myerson Magazine, bringing together practical legal insights, updates on key legislative changes, and stories from across the firm. In this Spring edition, our experts explore the issues affecting individuals, families and businesses today, from property law reforms and employment changes to private...
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Employment Rights Act 2025: Key Changes and What Employers Need to Know as Reforms Take Effect
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025. It amends the law relating to employment rights to enhance employee protections, bringing major changes throughout 2026 and 2027. With key provisions now coming into force, our Employment Lawyers focus on the key reforms expected in April 2026, which employers...
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Employment Law Spring Update
In this comprehensive employment law update, experts from Myerson Solicitors provide a detailed overview of the most significant legal developments affecting employers in 2026 and beyond. This session explores the impact of the Employment Rights Act 2025, forthcoming legislative changes, the growing use of AI in the workplace, emerging...
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Supporting Staff with Autism: How Employers Can Foster an Inclusive Workplace
As we celebrate autism awareness week, employers should reflect on how they can better support autistic employees to promote a diverse and inclusive culture and drive productivity and innovation. Our specialist Employment Solicitors explore the legal responsibilities of employers and provide practical guidance on creating a supportive working...
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National Minimum Wage Increase - The Impact on Hospitality and Leisure
As we approach April 2026, businesses across the hospitality and leisure sector should be braced for another significant rise in the National Minimum Wage (“NMW”) and National Living Wage (“NLW”). Although annual increases are not new, the scale of recent changes combined with wider cost pressures means that this year’s adjustments warrant...
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