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New right to work check rules for UK employers

UK employers must change the way they do their right to work checks from 6 April 2022. From that date, some checks can only be performed using an online process, rather than an in-person check of physical documents. Find out more about the latest changes in our 'New right to work check rules for UK employers' article. 

Increase in compensation limits

The government has announced this year's increase in compensation limits in employment tribunal claims. These are: 

• a week's pay (basic award and statutory redundancy payment) - £571 (from £544)
• maximum compensatory award for unfair dismissal - £93,878 (from £89,493)

The new limits will apply to dismissals occurring on or after 6th April 2022.

Webinar: What to look out for in UK employment law in 2022 

On 24 February we hosted a webinar which considered the return to the workplace in the light of easing of COVID restrictions including health and safety considerations, new working safely guidance, mask policies and the potential of a four day working week. We also summarised  the main changes that will be implemented when the Employment Bill comes into law and  discussed three recent cases on transgender rights, changing terms and conditions and holiday pay. The webinar can be viewed here.

Immigration webinar 22 March: Changes to UK business immigration law in 2022: what you need to know

2022 is set to bring more change to the UK's immigration landscape. As people switch jobs after the pandemic and new ways of working emerge, what do you need to know about securing overseas talent this year? Join us for our webinar exploring the recent and upcoming developments in UK business immigration law.