Sexual Harassment: New laws coming into effect
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“What Do We Want The Game To Look Like In The Next Five Years?” – Union Of European Clubs (UEC) – A Different Way Forward In European Football
⚽️ Gareth Farrelly, our very own Commercial Litigator and Sports Lawyer, took centre stage at the INTERNATIONAL SPORTS CONVENTION, captivating the audience with his visionary outlook on the future of European football. From navigating the evolving landscape to advocating for inclusive decision-making, Gareth left no stone unturned! ⚽🔍
While the conference may be over, the conversation is far from finished. Gareth’s thought-provoking viewpoints have ignited inspiration, prompting us to wonder: What do we want the game to look like in the next five years? 🤔
Union of European Clubs – A different way forward in European Football
Gareth Farrelly started by talking about the speed of change in football and asked the question: “What do we want the game to look like in the next five years?”
On his first visit to the new Tottenham Hotspur stadium, he referenced the announcement of the Government’s plans for an Independent Regulator for football, the failed plan for a European Super League, and the points deductions for Everton and Nottingham Forest in the Premier League.
No one knows what will happen next.
Of football clubs, Farrelly asked: “Who is making the decisions that affect you? Do you have the ability to affect those decisions?”
The elite clubs are represented by the European Club Association, which has a restricted membership, but there had been no body representing non-elite professional clubs.
The Union of European Clubs was created in April 2022, from the realisation that smaller and medium sized clubs lacked a voice in decision making. The aim is to create a fair, sustainable and balanced ecosystem for football.
137 clubs have joined the UEC already. Across Europe, there are still another 1400 who have not.
Farrelly outlined the UEC model for operating, which is open to all professional clubs playing in one of the 55 UEFA national associations. There is no hierarchy-the model is ‘truly open and democratic’.
Farrelly noted how the competitive balance has decreased across Europe on a domestic level, and in the UEFA Champions League. He outlined how UEFA’s decision-making affects the whole football ecosystem, but asked, “Who are the people making those decisions? Power is consolidated at the higher end.”
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Youth Mobility Visa Expansion
The Government recently announced several expansions to the Youth Mobility visa category, effective from 31 January 2024, pursuant to trade agreements the UK has signed worldwide:
- For Australians and Canadians, the age limit for the Youth Mobility visa is raised to 35 years of age, with a three-year validity on the visa if approved. Those nationals already in the UK can extend their existing two-year visa for an additional year.
This follows similar preferential conditions for New Zealand nationals introduced earlier this year.
- Up to 100 places will be available for Andorran nationals, and 500 places for Uruguay nationals, for those aged up to 30 years. These nationals will also be required to provide a criminal record certificate with their application.
- An increase in the number of Japanese nationals who can apply to 6,000 – up from 1,000 – and no longer requiring a ballot.
- Up to 5,000 nationals of the Republic of Korea can apply up to the age of 35 years, without a ballot being required.
The Youth Mobility category remains a highly valuable working visa for young people wishing to spend two – three years in the UK because it enables the holder to take part in unrestricted employed work. It is extremely useful for employers who wish to employ these nationals due to the relatively low cost and flexibility of the permission.
It is clear that the structure and reciprocity of the scheme works well as a point of negotiation for the UK’s trade agreement talks. Discussion of extending the Youth Mobility scheme to the EU, and to address labour shortages in the UK mean that we are likely to see this category become a heavily used tool in the coming years.
This article is not intended to be used as legal advice. Should any of these updates be relevant to you, please seek expert legal advice from a regulated immigration practitioner or contact the writer, Victoria Welsh, via our immigration services website.
Legislation Update – Rehabilitation of Offenders
While the (not so) catchy title of this article doesn’t suggest an obvious link to employment law, it’s an update worth knowing for employers with regards to employees’ criminal convictions.
It is generally known that such convictions become spent after certain periods of time, meaning that there is no legal requirement for them to be declared to employers. In fact, a new law has been introduced which means that criminal convictions now become spent after shorter periods of time and therefore reduces the time in which they need to be declared.
The new periods for disclosure apply where the offender was at least age 18 at the time of the conviction. If the offender was younger than 18 years of age then the periods will be shorter. However they will also be extended where any re-offending occurs in the relevant disclosure period.
The table below sets out the type of criminal conviction, the previous time periods during which disclosure was required, and the new periods which have been introduced by section 193 of the Police. Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022.
| Conviction sentence | Previous disclosure period | New disclosure period |
| Custodial – more than 4 years | Never spent | 7 years with some exemptions for never spent convictions, i.e. terrorism offences |
| Custodial – 2.5 – 4 years | 7 years | 4 years |
| Custodial – 1 – 2.5 years | 4 years | 4 years |
| Custodial – 6 months – 1 year | 4 years | 1 year |
| Custodial – up to 6 months | 2 years | 1 year |
Employers should familiarise themselves with the above, in the event that any employees within or joining their employment have been subject to a criminal conviction with a custodial sentence.
If you would like more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team at [email protected].
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Welcome to 3 Hardman Life, Glaisyers
To help you get started, here’s an overview of how to get the best out of your online community.
What exactly is 3 Hardman Life?
It’s an online platform that combines information, tools and services to make your life at 3 Hardman Street a more engaged, tailored and efficient experience. It’s where you can find information on everything from the local area to important services, end-of-trip facilities access, local lunch specials, the multitude of exciting events going on inside and outside of the building, and much more. You can access the platform via 3hardmanlife.com or by downloading the Equiem app via Google Play or the App Store.
Marketplace
Browse food and beverage options from local retailers, take advantage of exclusive deals, or snap up a gift for a colleague or loved one. Your 3 Hardman Life Marketplace provides you with the best deals and discounts from around the local area and beyond.
News
Keep up to date with what’s happening in and around 3 Hardman Street, thanks to regular news posts from your Community Manager. We’ll also provide you with updates on the local area, as well as let you know more about the facilities and retailers within the building. In addition, the News section will also consist of a range of articles you can draw inspiration from while you work. Keep an eye on the newsfeed for all upcoming competitions to be in the with the chance of winning a prize.
Events
Listed here are the latest events around Manchester, hand-picked by your Community Manager and special building events exclusive to 3 Hardman Life members. Find an event related to your interests and RSVP to ensure you don’t miss out.
My Building/Building
The My Building tab provides information about onsite facilities such as access cards and after-hours access, car parking, function spaces and sustainability initiatives. It also includes waste reports and an area Directory.
Enjoy exploring 3 Hardman Life. If you have any questions or need any assistance settling in, please reach out to your Community Manager who will be happy to help.
On behalf of your Building Management team, we welcome you to 3 Hardman Life.
To help you get started, here’s an overview of how to get the best out of your online community.
What exactly is 3 Hardman Life?
It’s an online platform that combines information, tools and services to make your life at 3 Hardman Street a more engaged, tailored and efficient experience. It’s where you can find information on everything from the local area to important services, end-of-trip facilities access, local lunch specials, the multitude of exciting events going on inside and outside of the building, and much more. You can access the platform via 3hardmanlife.com or by downloading the Equiem app via Google Play or the App Store.
Marketplace
Browse food and beverage options from local retailers, take advantage of exclusive deals, or snap up a gift for a colleague or loved one. Your 3 Hardman Life Marketplace provides you with the best deals and discounts from around the local area and beyond.
News
Keep up to date with what’s happening in and around 3 Hardman Street, thanks to regular news posts from your Community Manager. We’ll also provide you with updates on the local area, as well as let you know more about the facilities and retailers within the building. In addition, the News section will also consist of a range of articles you can draw inspiration from while you work. Keep an eye on the newsfeed for all upcoming competitions to be in the with the chance of winning a prize.
Events
Listed here are the latest events around Manchester, hand-picked by your Community Manager and special building events exclusive to 3 Hardman Life members. Find an event related to your interests and RSVP to ensure you don’t miss out.
My Building/Building
The My Building tab provides information about onsite facilities such as access cards and after-hours access, car parking, function spaces and sustainability initiatives. It also includes waste reports and an area Directory.
Enjoy exploring 3 Hardman Life. If you have any questions or need any assistance settling in, please reach out to your Community Manager who will be happy to help.