Equality Act 2010 Guide – Protected Characteristics, Business Compliance & more

Here we offer a practical guide to the Equality Act 2010, including the nine protected characteristics, key legislation merged into this law, and a compliance checklist for businesses. The Equality Act 2010 is the main piece of equality and anti-discrimination legislation in Great Britain. It protects people from unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation in work, … Read more

HR Legislation in 2026: New and Updated Laws to Think About

HR legislation changes affecting UK organisations

2026 is a significant year for UK HR legislation, with a wave of employment, immigration, data protection and international compliance changes taking effect. For HR professionals, the challenge is not simply knowing what has changed, but understanding how these new rules affect policies, contracts, line manager training, recruitment processes, workforce planning and cross-border hiring. The … Read more

Conveyancing Solicitors in the UK

Conveyancing solicitors

This is a guide to conveyancing solicitors, including how they can help you to buy or sell a property, and details of local conveyancers.

Data Protection Act 2018 Principles and Legislation Summary

The Data Protection Act

Here we look at the Data Protection Act 2018 principles, as well as a summary of this UK legislation. The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) is the UK’s implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), providing the legal framework for how personal data is collected, processed, and stored. The act aims to safeguard … Read more

WCAG Compliance & Digital Accessibility Laws Worldwide

WCAG compliance and digital accessibility laws

This is our guide to WCAG compliance and digital accessibility laws worldwide in 2026, with particular focus on the UK, EU and US. We explain what WCAG is, what’s in WCAG 2.2 Level AA, and how key laws – the UK Equality Act 2010, the European Accessibility Act (including 2025 updates), and the Americans with … Read more

Companies Act 2006 Summary

UK Law and legal matters

The Companies Act 2006 is a comprehensive piece of UK legislation that governs the incorporation, operation, and regulation of companies in the United Kingdom. Here’s a Companies Act 2006 summary for a guide to its key provisions:   Company Formation CA 2006 simplifies the process of forming a company, allowing for a single person to … Read more

Healthcare Law in the UK

Healthcare law in the UK

Healthcare law in the UK encompasses a wide range of legal principles and regulations. It is designed to ensure the provision of quality health related services and protect the rights of patients, healthcare professionals, and institutions. This guide offers an overview of key aspects of healthcare law in the United Kingdom, covering topics such as … Read more

LOLER: Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998

LOLER regulations for lifting equipment and operations

The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 or LOLER is a subset of the Health and Safety at Work Act. This UK legislation focuses on ensuring safety in using lifting equipment at work. It includes guidelines for the strength, stability, and safe usage of such equipment, along with regular inspections by qualified persons. Employers … Read more

Personal Injury Law in the UK

Personal injury law in the UK is a legal framework that allows individuals who have suffered harm or injury due to the negligence or wrongful actions of others to seek compensation. This comprehensive guide provides an overview of key aspects of personal injury law, covering topics such as types of personal injury claims, the compensation … Read more

UK Immigration Law

UK immigration law

Navigating through the intricacies of UK immigration law can be a daunting task, given its constant evolution. These laws are primarily controlled by the Immigration Act of 1971 (alongside its subsequent amendments) and the Immigration Rules. These rules stipulate the necessary criteria for gaining entry into and staying within the UK, and they are frequently … Read more