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A legislative year in review

The government’s first legislative year was a busy one, which included both news Acts and the implementation of several reforms passed by their predecessors. 28/10/25
Five legal developments for London’s businesses this Autumn

Autumn has officially arrived and the government will be keen to press on with its legislative agenda. Many of the key measures in its flagship bills won’t come into force until 2026 and businesses will have reason to plan ahead. 20/10/25
Meeting the Consumer Duty

It’s almost four years since the FCA announced the Consumer Duty and over two since it was introduced. Jay Prosser, director of partnerships and propositions at Arag, looks at the challenges it has presented for legal expenses insurers and their business partners. 10/10/2025
More than just legal insurance

Anne Wienand, Head of Strategic & Corporate Partnerships at ARAG, explains how SMEs are using LEI to manage business risk. 30/09/25
Broker Expo 2025 Countdown with ARAG’s Andy Talbot

Andy Talbot features in Insurance Age looking ahead to Broker Expo 2025. 01/09/25
Workplace banter - Legal framework and current standards

Sergio Abreu from ARAG Law takes a look at how UK employment law draws the line between light-hearted workplace banter and behaviour that crosses into harassment or discrimination. 19/08/25
Summer Holidays

As summer begins, many of us are starting to look forward to time in the sunshine, chilled evenings and a chance to recharge. But for some, booking time off still feels like a luxury. 15/08/2025
Major overhaul of workers rights approaches

A flagship piece of legislation, the Employment Rights Bill should make its way onto the statute books later this year. Alan Jappy, Head of New Business, Corporate at ARAG, takes a look at some of its key measures and when they are likely to come into force. 29/07/25
Big Interview: Dave Haynes

ARAG UK CEO Dave Haynes spoke with Insurance Post to discuss the impact of the legal expenses insurer’s acquisition of DAS and how Labour’s legislative changes make its products more relevant than ever. 02/07/2025
Airbnb & holiday let: Your rights as a landlord

Lucy Hudson at ARAG Law answers the most important questions for those thinking of tapping into the growing market of Airbnb style rentals. 18/06/25
Stress awareness - Employers responsibilities

As we juggle various responsibilities and navigate through lifes challenges, its essential to recognise the impact that stress can have on your employees mental well-being. 28/05/25
Managing Silicosis risk

Matt Warren looks at the implications for businesses working with artificial stone, and what resources may be available to help. 24/04/25
A spring loaded with employer challenges

Despite some speculation, the government’s first Spring Statement in March was never going to introduce sweeping changes to taxes or major new legislation. 16/04/25
Employment Law update

The upcoming changes to employment law in the UK for 2025 are set to bring significant transformations to the workplace. Key areas for change include the largest ever increase in the National Minimum Wage, new rights for neonatal care, and comprehensive reforms under the Employment Rights Bill. 04/04/2025
Trust in AI

ARAGs Director of Underwriting and incoming CEO, David Haynes, looks at how insurers can reap the benefits without endangering the trust that underpins their business. 17/03/25
The Procurement Act 2023: What you need to know

The Procurement Act 2023 aims to simplify and consolidate the rules for public contracts, bringing a more flexible and strategic approach to procurement procedures. 06/03/25
Assessing the Gender Justice Gap

As we approach International Women’s Day, there will inevitably be some focus on the ‘gaps’, the difference between the experiences and outcomes for men and women in the workplace, their financial wellbeing and many other aspects of life. 07/03/2025
What businesses need to know about food allergies and the law

This article unpacks the key legal duties, best practices, and potential risks, helping businesses and institutions create a safer, more inclusive environment for everyone. 20/02/25
National Apprenticeship week: What you need to know

National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity to celebrate the impact apprenticeships can have for both individuals and the businesses that take them on. 05/02/25
ARAG UK welcomes new CEO

The Nomination Committee of ARAG UK has appointed David Haynes as CEO of ARAG UK Holdings Limited and ARAG Legal Expenses Insurance Company Limited, in Bristol. 30/01/2025
How recent policy changes will shape UK businesses

Seasoned observers of budget announcements won’t have been at all surprised that the new government’s first budget seemed to take more than it gave away.
Jingle bells and legal spells: Navigating Christmas laws

Whether the party is in or out of the office it should be treated as an extension of the workplace with both employers and employees conducting themselves appropriately. 21/11/24
Our broken tribunal system isn’t fit for day-one employment rights

The Employment Rights Bill that has just been introduced is a landmark piece of legislation that sits at the heart of the new government’s agenda. In many ways, it will bring the UK up from a mid-table underperformer in the Champions’ League of employments rights to a genuine contender. 17/10/24
Employment tribunal backlog getting worse, HMCTS data show

The significant problems in the employment tribunal system are getting worse, according to analysis of the latest tribunal figures released by His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunal Service. 11/10/24
Sexual harassment in the workplace – A time for change

It seems apt, given the recent disclosures around Al Fayed when he owned Harrods, that the changes around sexual harassment at work becomes law on 26 October 2024. There was lots of reporting around this the beginning of 2024 and the time has now come for employers to consider what this means for them. 30/09/24
Navigating a tight budget

Andy Talbot, director of marketing, ATE and broker sales, discusses how firms can work around the outcomes of the upcoming Autumn Budget. 26/09/24
Navigating the Storm: Crisis management in schools

PODCAST: Commercial reputations take years to build but can be destroyed in a matter of hours. ARAG’s Crisis Communications cover gives expert PR advice and support to SMEs facing a communications disaster. 09/09/24
Watching the Olympics at work

With the Paris Olympics starting this week, its an exciting time for sports fans. Some events will be during working hours in the UK. So, for people wanting to see these events while at work, what options do they have? 26/07/24
Post-termination restrictions for partners and team members

If an employee or partner has knowledge of your clients, your confidential know-how and techniques, your strategic plans and staff data could be attractive to a competitor within your sector. This article explains the types of restrictions that firms can implement to protect such information, as well as important points to consider when taking action. 24/07/24
The King’s Speech: A new deal for working people

His Majesty King Charles III delivered the King’s Speech in Parliament today, 17 July 2024. The King’s Speech outlined the Labour Government’s plan for legislative reform, which seeks to promote “security, fairness, and opportunity for all”. 17/07/24
Navigating data breach compensation claims

The extent to which damages can be claimed in the event of a data breach has been a hot topic over the last few years, with a particular focus on what compensation is available for smaller breaches where an individual doesn’t suffer material loss. 17/07/24
Justice needs new courts more than new laws

Our recent surprise general election inevitably kicked a swathe of legislation off the parliamentary agenda and into the long grass. How much of it the new government will dig out and seek to pass remains to be seen but, whatever priorities they may have, the in-tray awaiting incoming Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood, was also overflowing. 17/07/2024
Novation by conduct - Use it or lose it

The recent case of Rolls-Royce Holdings plc v Goodrich Corp demonstrates that conduct inconsistent with the express terms of a contract can override those written terms. In this case the court had to decide whether a contract had been effectively novated by conduct. This article explains the definition of novation and explores this case in detail. 04/07/24
BIBA Business

It’s now almost six months since ARAG’s acquisition of DAS UK was completed and formally announced to the industry. Work was obviously well underway long before that, to plan the integration of the two organisations, but BIBA marked the first time that we have faced the market as one business. 20/06/24
The RAG - Summer 2024

Welcome to the Summer 2024 edition of the The RAG. 19/06/2024
Techspertise

The international ARAG Group has high ambitions for our future growth following the acquisition of DAS UK, and one of the most exciting prospects is the investment in technology that has been planned, to help us achieve those goals. 20/06/24
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Business

A legislative year in review

Five legal developments for London’s businesses this Autumn

Meeting the Consumer Duty

More than just legal insurance

Broker Expo 2025 Countdown with ARAG’s Andy Talbot

Workplace banter - Legal framework and current standards

Summer Holidays

Major overhaul of workers rights approaches

Big Interview: Dave Haynes

Airbnb & holiday let: Your rights as a landlord

Stress awareness - Employers responsibilities

Managing Silicosis risk

A spring loaded with employer challenges

Employment Law update

Trust in AI

The Procurement Act 2023: What you need to know

Assessing the Gender Justice Gap

What businesses need to know about food allergies and the law

National Apprenticeship week: What you need to know

ARAG UK welcomes new CEO

How recent policy changes will shape UK businesses

Jingle bells and legal spells: Navigating Christmas laws

Our broken tribunal system isn’t fit for day-one employment rights

Employment tribunal backlog getting worse, HMCTS data show

Sexual harassment in the workplace – A time for change

Navigating a tight budget

Navigating the Storm: Crisis management in schools

Watching the Olympics at work

Post-termination restrictions for partners and team members

The King’s Speech: A new deal for working people

Navigating data breach compensation claims

Justice needs new courts more than new laws

Novation by conduct - Use it or lose it

BIBA Business

The RAG - Summer 2024

Techspertise

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