Why can’t you just use a standard employment contract for an apprentice? Must parents sign the contract as well? Who should manage your apprentices and what are the legal risks when the apprenticeship comes to an end? Join our two apprenticeship experts, Abi Frederick and Saffron O’Gorman, as they answer these questions and more in their conversation about the top tips for employing apprentices.

In the latest episode of our Adlaw Insights podcast, Brinsley Dresden and Geraint Lloyd-Taylor welcome their first guest, Benedict Pringle. Benedict is the founder of politicaladvertising.co.uk and co-founder of the Reform Political Advertising Organisation. They explore the complex and often controversial issue of political advertising, and how it is regulated (or not regulated!) in the UK. 

This month’s podcast features David and Tarun discussing the practicalities of neonatal leave, which is coming into force in April, and what the rolling back of DEI initiatives in the US under President Trump could mean for UK employers.

France is famous for its worker protections - strict rules, a 35-hour workweek, and a lunch break that even revolutions dare not disturb. But how does the Pay Transparency Directive fit into an already labyrinthine labour code, complete with one of the EU’s toughest pay reporting regimes? In this episode, Pay Attention regulars Tom Heys and David Lorimer are joined by Guillaume Bordier from Capstan to discuss how employers can navigate these rules sans despair. 

In our first episode of 2025, join Sarah McWhinney and James Walters as they explore the importance of having clear performance management from day one. They discuss the common mistakes made by employers before considering the transformative changes to day 1 unfair dismissal rights in the Employment Rights Bill. They talk through the implications the Bill will have for managing new joiners and some of the practical steps employers can put in place now. 

In the second episode of “That’s Entertainment”, Partner in our Media & Entertainment team Phil Hughes is joined by Joel Conder, the creator of the hugely successful YouTube channel Dad V Girls.

In this podcast, Phil dives deep with Joel to explore his journey as a self-built media mogul, the growth of his e-commerce brands Des Vu Clothing and Solskin, and how he connects with millions of followers across platforms. They also touch on Joel’s innovative approach to content creation and the unique legal and business challenges he’s encountered along the way.

Our first episode of the year sees Lucy and Sally discuss what we can expect from the world of employment law this year ranging from the changes to NMW, new family leave rights, consultations on the Employment Rights Bill and some key cases to watch out for.

In this episode of Pay Attention, Tom Heys and David Lorimer are joined by Jessica Jacobi from Kliemt to delve into Germany’s approach to the Pay Transparency Directive. Known as the land of bratwurst, precision engineering, and a harmonious relationship between labour and business, Germany’s implementation offers fascinating insights into pay equity. The panel explores how Germany’s legal frameworks, industrial traditions, and data privacy laws interact with the Directive— and where challenges remain. Packed with sharp analysis and thoughtful discussion, this episode provides a finely tuned look at the impact of the Pay Transparency Directive in Europe’s economic powerhouse.

In this special episode of Pay Attention, we step back from the details of the Pay Transparency Directive to take a big-picture look at whether pay transparency actually delivers on its promise. Regular hosts Tom Heys and David Lorimer are joined by Hannah Grayson and Siobhra Rush to explore the historical journey of pay equity — from the early days of gender pay gap reporting to the latest developments in the UK and Ireland. Together, they unpack the research, discuss the intended and unintended consequences of transparency rules, and assess what the future holds for fair pay.

In this episode of Pay Attention, Tom Heys, David Lorimer and Siobhra Rush lace up the gloves to examine how the Pay Transparency Directive is reshaping the landscape across the Republic of Ireland and stirring debate in Northern Ireland. From the Republic’s recent rollout of reporting measures, to the post-Brexit question of whether Northern Ireland will have to follow suit, we break down the challenges and opportunities businesses face.