Morton Fraser MacRoberts Podcasts

Job retention bonus and claiming under CJRS during redundancy notice period

In this week's podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss the recently announced job retention bonus as well as discussing an issue which has caused significant concern amongst employers - whether an employer can continue to claim under the CJRS during a redundant employee's notice period.  

Employment Law: Job retention bonus and claiming under CJRS during redundancy notice period

In this week's podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss the recently announced job retention bonus as well as discussing an issue which has caused significant concern amongst employers - whether an employer can continue to claim under the CJRS during a redundant employee's notice period.  

Mediation: Mediation and employment disputes

In our latest podcast, Partner and mediator David Hossack discusses with Laura Mckenna the use of mediation in employment disputes including the increased use of virtual mediation flowing from the coronavirus pandemic.

Mediation and employment disputes

In our latest podcast, Partner and mediator David Hossack discusses with Laura Mckenna the use of mediation in employment disputes including the increased use of virtual mediation flowing from the coronavirus pandemic.

Employment Law: Flexible working in the future

In our latest employment law podcast, David Hossack, Partner and Kate Sutherland, Associate discuss the potential implications for flexible working in the future following the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Flexible working in the future

In our latest employment law podcast, David Hossack, Partner and Kate Sutherland, Associate discuss the potential implications for flexible working in the future following the Coronavirus Pandemic.

flexible furlough

We are all now somewhat used to the Government's Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and what it means to be furloughed but from 1 July 2020 there are some new rules for us to wrap our heads around with the introduction of "flexible furlough". In our latest podcast, David Hossack, Partner and Kate Sutherland, Associate, discuss what is flexible furlough and what are some of the key points for employers to be aware of.

Employment Law: flexible furlough

We are all now somewhat used to the Government's Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme and what it means to be furloughed but from 1 July 2020 there are some new rules for us to wrap our heads around with the introduction of "flexible furlough". In our latest podcast, David Hossack, Partner and Kate Sutherland, Associate, discuss what is flexible furlough and what are some of the key points for employers to be aware of.

New equal pay guidance marking 50 years of the Equal Pay Act

In our weekly podcast, David Hossack and accredited discrimination expert, Sarah Gilzean, discuss new guidance from ACAS aimed at helping employers and their employees understand the complexities of the law on equal pay. 

Employment Law: New equal pay guidance marking 50 years of the Equal Pay Act

In our weekly podcast, David Hossack and accredited discrimination expert, Sarah Gilzean, discuss new guidance from ACAS aimed at helping employers and their employees understand the complexities of the law on equal pay. 

Redundancies following furlough - timing is critical

With the furlough scheme due to finish in October, in our weekly podcast Innes Clark and David Hossack look at some of the issues that flow from redundancies including some important timings that employers need to be aware of.

Employment Law: Redundancies following furlough - timing is critical

With the furlough scheme due to finish in October, in our weekly podcast Innes Clark and David Hossack look at some of the issues that flow from redundancies including some important timings that employers need to be aware of.

The Furlough Scheme Post 1 July - 3 issues to consider

In our latest employment podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at 3 issues arising out of the changes announced last week to the Government's Job Retention Scheme.

Employment Law: The Furlough Scheme Post 1 July - 3 issues to consider

In our latest employment podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at 3 issues arising out of the changes announced last week to the Government's Job Retention Scheme.

Furlough Arrangements from 1 July to 31 October

In our latest employment law podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the changes to the furlough arrangements that will take place following the Chancellors announcement on 29 May. This will include an ability for furloughed employees to return to work part-time from 1 July and a requirement for employers to start making a financial contribution to the furlough scheme from 1 August.

Employment Law: Furlough Arrangements from 1 July to 31 October

In our latest employment law podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the changes to the furlough arrangements that will take place following the Chancellors announcement on 29 May. This will include an ability for furloughed employees to return to work part-time from 1 July and a requirement for employers to start making a financial contribution to the furlough scheme from 1 August.

Business Immigration and the Coronavirus

David Hossack and Stuart McWilliams discuss how the Coronavirus is affecting business immigration issues, including: Is it possible to use the Government furlough scheme in relation to a Tier 2 visa holder? Are there any other changes that can be made to a Tier 2 visa holder's employment? How is the lockdown affecting visa applications, and can a prospective employee start before their visa is issued? How do you check the right to work of a remote worker?

Employment Law: Returning to work as lockdown eases - what are the issues?

As lockdown restrictions start to be eased, David Hossack and Sarah Gilzean look at the issues facing employers and employees surrounding a return to the workplace, health and safety considerations, the end of furlough and potential redundancies. 

Returning to work as lockdown eases - what are the issues?

As lockdown restrictions start to be eased, David Hossack and Sarah Gilzean look at the issues facing employers and employees surrounding a return to the workplace, health and safety considerations, the end of furlough and potential redundancies. 

How can I support my child through COVID-19?

In our latest podcast, family lawyer Dianne Millen and experienced child psychologist Dr Anne Woodhouse discuss some of the emotional, practical and legal issues for separated parents during the COVID-19 crisis, and look at how the courts can help.

Employment Law: Furlough scheme extended & important points to consider

In our latest podcast, David Hossack and Innes Clark look at the extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme announced this week and also discuss some important points to bear in mind arising from the operation of the Scheme.

Furlough scheme extended & important points to consider

In our latest podcast, David Hossack and Innes Clark look at the extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme announced this week and also discuss some important points to bear in mind arising from the operation of the Scheme.

Mediation: Stuck in the Middle #5

In latest of our podcast series "Stuck in the Middle", David Hossack and guest Graham Boyack of Scottish Mediation discuss mediation during the Coronavirus pandemic" 

Stuck in the Middle #5

In latest of our podcast series "Stuck in the Middle", David Hossack and guest Graham Boyack of Scottish Mediation discuss mediation during the Coronavirus pandemic" 

Significant employment tribunal changes on the way?

In our latest podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss a recent Law Commission report which recommends significant changes to Employment Tribunals including extending time limits for raising claims, increasing breach of contract compensation to £100K and making it easier for claims to be allowed in late.

Employment Law: Significant employment tribunal changes on the way?

In our latest podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss a recent Law Commission report which recommends significant changes to Employment Tribunals including extending time limits for raising claims, increasing breach of contract compensation to £100K and making it easier for claims to be allowed in late.

Employment Law: Final Working

In this podcast two of our Employment Team partners, David Hossack and Lindsey Cartwright discuss the issues that should be addressed by employers who have employees at home, either on furlough or working from home, and give some insights as to employers' obligations and some practical considerations to reduce the likelihood of problems arising in the future.

Final Working

In this podcast two of our Employment Team partners, David Hossack and Lindsey Cartwright discuss the issues that should be addressed by employers who have employees at home, either on furlough or working from home, and give some insights as to employers' obligations and some practical considerations to reduce the likelihood of problems arising in the future.

Recruiting Future

Furlough leave - more guidance and an answer to the holiday question

In the latest of our podcasts on Furlough Leave, David Hossack looks at changes flowing from Guidance issued on 17 and 20 April.

Employment Law: Furlough leave - more guidance and an answer to the holiday question

In the latest of our podcasts on Furlough Leave, David Hossack looks at changes flowing from Guidance issued on 17 and 20 April.

Employment Law: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme - Treasury Direction issued

In this podcast Innes Clark highlights certain key issues flowing from the recent Treasury Direction issued on 15 April in relation to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.

Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme: Treasury Direction issued

In this podcast Innes Clark highlights certain key issues flowing from the recent Treasury Direction issued on 15 April in relation to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme.

Employment Law: Coronavirus Furlough Leave - Government guidance updated

In this podcast Innes Clark talks us through the latest update of the official Government guidance on the furloughing scheme which was updated on 9 April.

Coronavirus Furlough Leave: Government guidance updated

In this podcast Innes Clark talks us through the latest update of the official Government guidance on the furloughing scheme which was updated on 9 April.

Employment Law: Coronavirus Furlough Leave Update

David Hossack comments on the Government's Furlough Leave guidance which was updated on Friday (3 April) evening.  

Coronavirus Furlough Leave: Update

David Hossack comments on the Government's Furlough Leave guidance which was updated on Friday (3 April) evening.  

Employment Law: Coronavirus Furlough Leave Guidance

In this podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss some tricky questions arising from the guidance issued on the operation of this scheme.

Coronavirus Furlough Leave: Guidance

In this podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss some tricky questions arising from the guidance issued on the operation of this scheme.

Employment Law: Coronavirus Furloughed Workers Update

In our latest podcast, David Hossack, partner in our employment team looks at the guidance published on 26 March on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. This provides much more detail on how this scheme will operate.

Coronavirus: Furloughed Workers (update)

In our latest podcast, David Hossack, partner in our employment team looks at the guidance published on 26 March on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. This provides much more detail on how this scheme will operate.

Employment Law: Coronavirus Furloughed Workers

In our most recent employment podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack, partners in our Employment team, discuss the Government's job retention scheme to help support employers and individuals during the coronavirus outbreak. They discuss the new concept of "furloughed workers" and in a postscript David touches on the position for the self-employed. Our fact sheet on the Government's job retention scheme will be updated as further detail is provided.  

Coronavirus: Furloughed Workers

In our most recent employment podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack, partners in our Employment team, discuss the Government's job retention scheme to help support employers and individuals during the coronavirus outbreak. They discuss the new concept of "furloughed workers" and in a postscript David touches on the position for the self-employed. Our fact sheet on the Government's job retention scheme will be updated as further detail is provided.  

Employment Law: Awards for unfair dismissal - how are they calculated?

In our latest employment law podcast Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss how an Employment Tribunal calculates an unfair dismissal award.

Awards for unfair dismissal - how are they calculated?

In our latest employment law podcast Innes Clark and David Hossack discuss how an Employment Tribunal calculates an unfair dismissal award.

Whistleblowing: does an employer defending its reputation run the risk of a detriment claim?

In our latest podcast Pamela Macaulay talks to David Hossack about whistleblowing and whether an employer can subject a worker to a "detriment" by defending its reputation.

Employment Law: Whistleblowing - Does an employer defending its reputation run the risk of a detriment claim?

In our latest podcast Pamela Macaulay talks to David Hossack about whistleblowing and whether an employer can subject a worker to a "detriment" by defending its reputation.

Employment Law: Managing coronavirus in the workplace

In our latest employment podcast Alan Delaney and David Hossack discuss managing coronavirus in the workplace

Managing coronavirus in the workplace

In our latest employment podcast Alan Delaney and David Hossack discuss managing coronavirus in the workplace

Employment Law: Sacking the "unsackable"

In our latest employment podcast Innes Clark and David Hossack explore situations where there is sometimes a perception that an employee cannot be dismissed.