New limits on NDAs in misconduct cases

Under a proposed change to UK employment law, employers will no longer be allowed to use non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to prevent workers from speaking out about sexual misconduct or discrimination in the workplace. An amendment to the Employment Rights Bill would...

Companies House account reforms paused

Plans to tighten Companies House filing rules look set to be paused, as ministers aim to reduce regulatory burdens on UK businesses. Originally due to take effect from April 2027, the changes would have required small and micro companies to submit profit and loss...

Borrowing costs fall after market jitters

Government borrowing costs have eased after a sharp rise the previous day, following market concerns around the chancellor’s future. Early trading saw the yield on UK 10-year bonds drop to 4.53%, down from 4.61% at Wednesday’s close. The movement suggests...

AI linked to sharp drop in UK entry-level jobs

The number of entry-level job vacancies in the UK has fallen by almost a third since ChatGPT launched in November 2022, according to figures from job search site Adzuna. Roles for graduates, apprentices, interns, and junior candidates without degrees have declined by...

Energy bills drop but concerns remain

From today, energy bills are falling for around 21 million households in England, Scotland and Wales. Regulator Ofgem has lowered the price cap, cutting the typical dual-fuel bill by 7%, or £11 a month. This brings the average annual bill for a household using a...