The UK Supreme Court has today delivered a significant ruling clarifying the legal meaning of “sex” and “woman” under the Equality Act 2010, stating unequivocally that these terms refer to biological sex. In a unanimous 88-page judgment, the court ruled that: “The definition of sex in the Equality Act 2010 makes clear that the concept...Read More

A number of employment law changes are coming into effect in April 2024 and it is important that employers are prepared. Nigel Targett, Employment Partner summarises these changes in the below article. If you would like to seek advice on any of the changes highlighted in this article or another Employment Law related matter then please...Read More

Insights from Nigel Targett, Employment and Dispute Resolution Lawyer. Recent reports, including those from the BBC, highlight a growing trend among major employers, such as Amazon and Sports Direct, encouraging staff to return to the office. This shift reflects a broader re-evaluation of remote work’s impact on productivity, collaboration, and company culture. Pros and Cons of...Read More

Partner and Head of Employment Law, Nigel Targett shares insights into the new sexual harassment laws coming into effect in England on the 26th October, 2024, which will place stricter obligations on employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. In response to a series of high-profile incidents and growing public awareness, new sexual harassment laws came...Read More

Coole Bevis LLP is proud to announce its ranking as a leading law firm in the prestigious Legal 500 rankings for 2025. The Legal 500 is an internationally respected guide that highlights the top law firms and legal practitioners, based on research and client feedback. This recognition is a testament to the firm’s unwavering commitment to excellence...Read More

April witnessed a number of changes to employment law taking effect.  July will see the implementation of further changes which should lead to greater flexibility for employers surrounding the TUPE regulations and increased protection for employees concerning the code of practice on ‘firing & re-hiring’. Here, Nigel Targett, Employment Partner explores the legislative changes in detail. TUPE TUPE...Read More