UK People, Reward and Mobility Newsletter – March 2025

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UK People, Reward and Mobility Newsletter – March 2025

UK People, Reward and Mobility Newsletter – March 2025

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March 2025

Each month, we look at some of the key employment, pension and immigration issues affecting our clients' workforces. In this edition, we explore: AI in the workplace; the rules on suitable alternative vacancies when an employee on maternity leave is at risk of redundancy; the government's "Keep Britain Working" review; indirect discrimination and the childcare disparity; and further reflections on the Court of Appeal's landmark ruling on contracted-out defined benefit pension schemes. We also bring you our quarterly horizon scan for employment law.

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Is AI reshaping the workplace?

March 2025

United Kingdom: With the increasing use of AI being a frequent topic of discussion, it is no surprise that many organisations are studying the impact this is having within the world of employment. In this insight, we discuss the findings from some of the recent research and the important role HR can play in responsible AI implementation.

A suitable alternative vacancy? EAT rules on Regulation 10

March 2025

United Kingdom: The EAT has confirmed that the law does not require employers to retain an employee on maternity leave in a role that is not vacant, even if similar roles remain after a redundancy process. We look at what employers can learn from the decision.

Government launches "Keep Britain Working" review

March 2025

United Kingdom: In late January, the government launched an independent review called "Keep Britain Working". The review will explore the role of the government and employers in tackling low employment rates for those with ill health and disability. Its remit will include investigating the scale, trends, obstacles and opportunities for companies when recruiting and retaining those with ill health or a disability.

Indirect discrimination: key takeaways from EAT ruling on childcare disparity

March 2025

United Kingdom: Following a recent EAT ruling on indirect discrimination and childcare disparity, we consider the issues raised in the case and the key considerations for employers.

What's next? Some post-decision reflections on Virgin Media v. NTL Trustees

March 2025

United Kingdom: It has now been some months since the Court of Appeal decision in the case of Virgin Media Ltd v. NTL Pension Trustees II Ltd, which has potentially significant implications for defined benefit pension schemes. In this article, we explore some considerations that have arisen since the decision and potential mitigations.

Navigating permanent health insurance benefits: the importance of clear contractual terms

March 2025

United Kingdom: A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal decision underscores the complexities of permanent health insurance (PHI) benefits, particularly around unlawful deduction claims. Employers must ensure their PHI clauses are carefully drafted to avoid unintended liabilities.