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Employers often assume that if an employee acts outside of their instructions or behaves inappropriately, the responsibility lies with the individual. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.

As we head into 2026, employers face an employment law environment that is evolving rapidly. The continuing backlog of tribunal

The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) received royal assent back on 19 June 2025 and introduces several changes that directly affect how employers handle employee data.

Employment references remain a common part of the recruitment process, yet they can be a legal minefield for employers if

Navigating a workforce spanning Gen Z to Boomers can be complex. 

Struggling with employee exits, redundancies or settlement agreements?

Struggling to manage employees returning after long-term sickness?

Background Our client, Sanctuary Personnel Ltd (referred to publicly as The Sanctuary Project), faced claims from a former employee, who

The pace of technological change in today’s workplace is faster than ever.

The UK labour market is in a state of flux.

The widespread power cuts that hit Spain, Portugal and parts of France in recent weeks and months left transport networks

Determining employment status correctly is critical for ensuring compliance with UK employment law.

Since the pandemic, flexible and remote working arrangements have transformed the way we do business.

Mental health in the workplace is no longer a topic that can be sidelined.

Office politics – the behind-the-scenes manoeuvring, favouritism and personal agendas – are more than just an annoyance.

As we continue to adjust to the post-pandemic workplace, many employers are still grappling with how to manage staff absence effectively, balancing empathy with operational needs.

Receiving an Employment Tribunal Claim Form (ET1) can be unsettling, stressful and an unfamiliar experience for any employer.

At Elcons, we’re seeing a rise in enquiries linked to a growing workplace trend: ‘quiet firing’. While not a legal