Episodes

  • All in a Day's Work - Making Sense of IR35 and Off-Payroll Rules
    Nov 3 2025
    In this episode Tom Hyatt and Alex Harper are breaking down IR35 and the off-payroll rules. Discussing what they mean, when they apply, and how to stay compliant. They explore the tax and legal risks of consultancy arrangements, the small company exemption, and how to assess employment status. Packed with practical tips for contracts, SDSs, and avoiding HMRC pitfalls.
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    25 mins
  • Redundancy Update – the De Banks Haycocks Case and the Employment Rights Bill
    Oct 1 2025
    In this episode Matt and Alex are running through the general updates to redundancy processes in light of both the De Banks Haycocks case, as well as the proposals relating to redundancy in the Employment Rights Bill. They talk through the De Banks Haycocks case and its journey from the Employment Tribunal all the way up to the Court of Appeal.
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    18 mins
  • What does the Employment Rights Bill mean for Leisure and Hospitality?
    Aug 28 2025
    What does the Employment Rights Bill mean for Leisure and Hospitality? by The Legal Room UK
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    22 mins
  • All in a Day's Work Immigration Update – Skilled Worker Visa Changes
    Aug 1 2025
    In this episode Usof and Alex are discussing the skilled worker visa changes which came into force on 22 July 2025. They are discussing the changes to qualification requirements and salary thresholds. Usof also takes us through what happens when an employee who is already in the UK under a skilled worker visa and need to renew, contrasting that with those who are applying for the first time after 22 July 2025.
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    6 mins
  • All in a Day's Work - Maternity, Paternity Leave and SPL
    Jul 2 2025
    In this episode, Cassie Blackledge and Alex Harper will be discussing employment rights of parents and parents to be. They will run through the law as it is now pending any changes pursuant to the Employment Rights Bill. They will break down what maternity and paternity leave typically involve and introduce shared parental leave as a flexible, evolving solution that allows both parents to take time off to care for their child. Whether you’re preparing for your own parental leave or curious about the ins and outs of these rights, we’ve got you covered!
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    13 mins
  • All in a Day's Work - TUPE Transfers in Corporate Transactions
    Jul 1 2025
    In this episode, Alex Harper and Hannah King dive into the key employment issues that arise during corporate transactions in the UK. Whether you're navigating mergers, acquisitions, or restructurings, understanding how to manage employee rights, TUPE considerations, and redundancy challenges is crucial. This episode covers the essentials you need to know to mitigate risk and ensure a smooth transition.
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    21 mins
  • All in a Day's Work: The US Influence on DE&I in the UK
    May 1 2025
    In this episode Matt Jenkin and Alex Harper are discussing the US influence on DE&I in the UK. We briefly discuss the changes in the US in respect of DE&I initiatives and how that might filter through to the UK. We also discuss the different legal framework in the UK, which may make rowing on DE&I somewhat more complicated for UK employers than for their US counterparts.
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    18 mins
  • All in a days Work - Neonatal Care & Leave
    Apr 1 2025
    In this month’s episode, Jo Boxhall and Alex Harper are following the introduction of the new right to neonatal leave and neonatal pay. They’re looking at who this right applies to, what qualifies as neonatal care, the structure of the leave, notification requirements, pay, employee protections, and importantly what employers should do to prepare.
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    16 mins