Lucy Cobb

Employment Law Specialist

About Lucy Cobb

Lucy is an Employment Law Specialist and has worked in a variety of HR roles over the years. She has a commercial and best practice understanding of what businesses need from their HR support and ensures you get the most out of your HR system. Lucy supports our Bright Advice Team who assist clients on everything from the day-to-day HR challenges to the more complex situations.

Published Articles

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What are flexible working hours and how to manage them effectively

The workplace is evolving, and with it comes a shift in how we define “working hours.” Long gone are the days when the 9-to-5 was the only way to get things done. Instead, more and more businesses are embracing flexible working hours. And as a business owner, you’ve probably noticed the change. Employees today are looking for more than just a...

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Understanding the different types of flexible working arrangements

Flexible working arrangements have become a cornerstone of modern workplaces. They offer employees more control over when, where, and how they work, while helping businesses attract top talent and boost productivity. But what exactly does flexibility look like? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to flexible working. From remote options to...

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What is flexible working? Key advice for employers

Flexible working is a term that’s become central to conversations about the modern workplace, but what does it really mean? More importantly, what do you, as an employer, need to understand about implementing it effectively? That’s why we’re going to break down what flexible working is, your legal obligations as an employer, and how it can benefit...

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Paid vs. free rota software

Rota software can be the key to revolutionising how your business operates in today's fast-paced business environment. With support from the right rota system, you'll always know where your staff are and who is scheduled to work when so you can avoid costly rota errors like understaffing. Thanks to rapidly evolving technology, there's no shortage...

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Reasonable accommodation allowing disabled employees to take up roles

Employers are required under employment equality legislation to consider whether making reasonable accommodations to either the role or the workplace would allow disabled employees to take up employment. While there may be some initial disruption to the workplace, the benefits of employing a diverse team make the extra effort all ...

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What is direct discrimination?

Direct discrimination occurs when employees or job applicants are treated less favourably than other people because of who they are. Direct discrimination is also deemed to occur if a manager instructs one person to treat colleagues unfavourably because of who they are. Direct discrimination is morally wrong and has no place in the modern ...