Insights
EAT finds no requirement to reduce compensatory award as a result of employee's contributory fault.
15 Aug 2024The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has found that a compensatory award does not necessarily need to be reduced where there is a finding of contributory fault on the part of the employee.
Consultation opens for amendments to be made to ET Rules regarding written reasons for decisions and judgements
15 Aug 2024The Tribunal Procedure Committee (TPC) has opened a consultation to propose changes to the Employment Tribunal Rules of Procedure 2013 (ET Rules).
Upcoming VAT and business rates change for independent schools
13 Aug 2024What do we know about the proposed VAT changes, key exemptions, and strategic implications for schools.
Getting VAT ready in the lead up to January 2025
13 Aug 2024Preparing for VAT registration and compliance: Essential considerations and practical steps for schools ahead of January 2025.
Teacher's right to freedom of belief, religion and expression are lawfully qualified by professional obligations
09 Aug 2024In a recent case, the High Court of Justice has held that a teacher's ECHR rights under Articles 9 and 10 are qualified rights that must be balanced against professional responsibility.
New duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace: how can employers prepare?
09 Aug 2024From 26 October 2024, employers will be under a new legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent the sexual harassment of staff at work.
