Is obesity a workplace disability?
In a much anticipated decision, the European Court of Justice has ruled that being obese can constitute a disability for the purposes of EU equality at work legislation. The judgment…
Q&A: The new rules on shared parental leave
Shared parental leave has been designed by the government to give new parents greater flexibility to care for their children. The new regulations will apply to parents of babies whose…
Can a self-employed contractor be classed as a worker?
The case of Plastering Contractors Stanmore Ltd v Holden examines the question of what constitutes a ‘worker’ – and has wide-ranging legal implications for employers. The ‘worker’ category and what…
Harrison Drury opens Ribble Valley office following merger
Harrison Drury, has opened its fifth office following a merger with Clitheroe law firm, DLH Solicitors. The merger will see DLH’s founder and managing partner, Dominic Hester, join Harrison Drury’s…
Family law changes mean civil partnerships can now be converted into marriages
While same sex couples have been able to marry since March 2014, recent changes in family law mean that couples already in a civil partnership are now able to convert…
Don’t overlook African trade opportunities
Manufacturing businesses should not overlook the growing trade opportunities on the African continent, according to one of the region’s leading lawyers. John Chesworth, managing director at Harrison Drury, was speaking…
Caterham F1 case “a first” for enforcement of court judgments
Harrison Drury has successfully acted for Andrew Wilson & Co High Court Enforcement after an application to the High Court allowed it to retain two racing cars that had been…
Criminal convictions for Foreign Exchange trading
Tough criminal sanctions and robust regulations are being introduced to stop unscrupulous traders giving misleading statements on Foreign Exchange benchmarks. Draft legislation to regulate the Foreign Exchange closing spot rate has…
How can manufacturers overcome skills gaps?
Finding the right people with the right skills for the job can be challenging for all employers but poses particular problems for those within manufacturing industries. A skilled workforce is…
Diamond role for Harrison Drury
Harrison Drury has been chosen to provide legal advice for one of music legend Neil Diamond’s UK concerts next year – his first in four years. The firm has been…
