Insights
Anti-Islamic belief in English nationalism not protected under Equality Act
13 Sept 2024The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has confirmed that a belief in English nationalism when combined with anti-Islam sentiments, does not qualify as a protected belief under the Equality Act 2010.
Upper Tribunal decides on rugby commentator employment status
13 Sept 2024The Upper Tribunal has determined the employment status of a high-profile rugby commentator, in a decision that offers useful insights for businesses engaging freelance staff.
Next loses equal pay case: implications for employers
13 Sept 2024The retailer Next has lost a six-year equal pay claim comparing the pay of warehouse and shop floor staff. The value of the litigation could be in excess of £30 million.
Claimant's failure to attach 'grounds of resistance' leads to dismissal of appeal
07 Sept 2024The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has confirmed the narrow scope of rule which allows the extension of time if an appellant makes a 'minor error' in complying with service requirements.Government shelves predictable T&Cs framework in favour of stronger contractual rights
06 Sept 2024The Government has reportedly decided not to implement new laws on requesting a predictable working pattern, and will instead introduce a more robust right to a contract that reflects regular working hours.
Procedural steps not taken by employee irrelevant to constructive dismissal claim
06 Sept 2024An employee’s failure to fully complete every step of an internal grievance process will not impact their right to claim constructive dismissal, according to the recent ruling by the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT).
