

Following our significant recent growth, we are delighted to announce that we have moved to a new office in the heart of London’s financial district.
Want to keep your finger on the pulse? Take a look at our articles and blogs.
The lack of an upper-temperature limit set out in law means that it is “for employers to make their own assessment as to what a reasonable workplace temperature is,” notes Caroline Baker in @IEL_reports. https://t.co/KcXTpfRR6V #heatwave #emplaw
“While it is important to ensure that the rights of whistleblowers are protected, this should not be at the expense of an individual’s right to preserve their good name and reputation,” explains Niall Pelly in @IEL_reports. https://t.co/aVhIrVyK5p
The Irish Court of Appeal held that the use of CCTV was unlawful in disciplinary proceedings the case of DPC v Doolin; we discuss the impact and provide practical tips for employers. #dataprotection #emplaw https://t.co/GsqdJcOa19
Josephine Rendall-Neal seeks to disentangle fact from fiction, and protected philosophical belief from employee opinion in @hrmagazine. #emplaw #protectedbeliefs https://t.co/oWKtJYNvTC
Ben Rouse looks at the recent employment tribunal decision in Burke v Turning Point Scotland, which ruled that long-COVID constitutes a disability under the Equality Act. https://t.co/dO99PVYMgF #LongCovid #Employment
In this month's sports feature @markcallaghan_ addresses paternity leave following a recent survey which suggests that there is a strong desire in the UK for improved paternity rights. Can footballers move the goalposts on #paternityleave? https://t.co/5HBsGhk1GL
New figures analysed by GQ|Littler show a steep fall in the number of planned #redundancies. Philip Cameron notes that the extreme shortage of available staff across the economy meant that many businesses were retaining underemployed staff rather than making them redundant. https://t.co/ZWI4PyjecY
RT @PeopleMgt: ‘Surprising’ new data shows number of planned layoffs is falling but staff are still talking about the risk #hrnews @GQLitt…
The Supreme Court has published its long-anticipated decision in Harpur Trust v Brazel today, confirming that paid holiday for part-year employees/workers on permanent contracts must not be pro-rated. @DarrenIsaacs and @EmpLawBen outline the decision. https://t.co/oOBMjHeRu7
Partner Philip Cameron comments in @CityAM that firms had been bucking the trend, whereby “traditionally a squeeze on margins, such as the one being created by the spike in inflation we would see businesses reducing costs through redundancy.” https://t.co/307HYHo9RI
A return to the status quo? Philip Cameron looks at USDAW v Tesco Stores which gives strong backing to employers who wish to fire and re-hire. #fireandrehire #employmentlaw https://t.co/i4JANAv7kD
Sanika Karandikar explores how employers can mitigate risks of sexual harassment and discrimination in the metaverse. #emplaw #workplaceharassment #metaverse https://t.co/AR7eq5nkTV
RT @GQLittler: Following our significant recent growth, we are delighted to announce that we have moved to a new office in the heart of Lon…
Ben Rouse and @NatashaAdom share some practical steps employers can take to try and increase diversity at senior and c-suite levels whilst minimising legal and practical risks. #ukemplaw #workplacediversity #diversity https://t.co/6AasjIoqD2
Following our significant recent growth, we are delighted to announce that we have moved to a new office in the heart of London’s financial district. Our new premises will provide our team and clients with an even better GQ|Littler experience. https://t.co/iUZ1RBX656
Hannah Drury and Lisa Coleman look at the EAT decision in Rodgers v Leeds Laser Cutting Ltd which upheld that dismissal of an employee who refused to work due to Covid-19 safety concerns was not unfair. #ukemplaw #unfairdismissal https://t.co/Zn0LFrogtc
The latest Home Office stats revealed a rise in sponsor licence sanctions. @VanessaGanguin outlines what employers with a sponsor licence need to know. #ukimmigration #sponsorlicence https://t.co/aK6qKw9JPv
The UK government is proposing to amend its data privacy regime to make it easier for employers to comply with its requirements. @MargolisDeborah and @DarrenIsaacs look at what this means for employers if implemented. #dataprivacy #GDPR #ukemplaw https://t.co/Y8wcecjfIH
Philip Cameron looks at the potential benefits of the #fourdayworkweek as trials begin in the UK. #ukemplaw #fourdayweek https://t.co/KHLVBO2Ki5
The best advert for what we do is what our clients say about us.
In a recent client survey, 97% said they would be highly likely to recommend us.
"They are outstanding: they are incredibly responsive, pragmatic and very business-friendly."
Chambers & Partners 2022
"I have found the GQ|Littler team to be pragmatic and commercial in their advice, with a willingness to adopt a bullish approach in line with its client’s culture."
Assistant General Counsel - Software Company
"I have been working with GQ|Littler for the past 9 months and they have been nothing short of amazing."
HR Manager UK/Spain - Global energy company
"Working with them is a collaborative partnership."
Chambers & Partners 2022
"Understanding the law is one thing but deploying that understanding in a manner that serves both strategic and tactical goals is what makes GQ|Littler stand out.”
Senior Lawyer – International Bank
"Their work is always at the highest professional level but nonetheless practical from a business perspective. The responses are always efficient, quick, and comprehensive, and also include various practical alternatives for solving a legal situation."
Deputy General Counsel, Legal Director – Global Reusable Packaging Solutions
"The associates are immensely hard working and diligent with the result that they form the bedrock of a highly valued and respected boutique firm."
Senior Lawyer – International Bank
"The GQ|Littler team are experts in their field and have got to know our company and its culture as a result of working together for several years. What stands out most is their responsiveness and attention to detail, always offering clear advice.”
Director – Global Loan Provider
"Importantly, GQ|Littler understand the worth of a matter and the cost of advice and litigation and properly strike the balance between the two."
Chief Legal Officer & General Counsel – Aesthetic Medical Solutions
"Compared to other firms, there is an absolute transparency and honesty in how advice is given, always delivered in a speedy, timely way that reflects the nature of our industry. Friendly, fun and great to work with!”.
UK Region Head of HR – International Retailer