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Strike-out for non-compliance overturned in whistleblowing and discrimination claim
19 Jun 2025EAT warns against striking out claims without first using an unless order, particularly where a fair trial is still possible.
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Redundancy dismissal was unfair where no meaningful consideration of alternative roles
19 Jun 2025In a recent decision, the EAT has confirmed that employers must do more than invite redundant employees to apply for advertised vacancies.
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LGR proposals – Government sets out next steps and expectations for reform
19 Jun 2025The Government has now responded to interim Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) plans submitted by 21 two-tier areas, offering written feedback and outlining its expectations for the next phase of development.
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LGR funding – Government confirms £7.6m to support proposal development
16 Jun 2025On 3 June, the Government confirmed that £7.6 million will be distributed to the 21 areas currently developing proposals for local government reorganisation (LGR).
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New rules clarify when NDAs will be void from October 2025
13 Jun 2025From October 2025, confidentiality clauses in settlement agreements and NDAs will be void if they prevent victims of crime from making certain protected disclosures.
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Tribunal oversteps in ordering 'gist' disclosure in national security case
13 Jun 2025An Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision provides useful clarity on the tribunal’s limited role in evaluating national security risks during closed proceedings.
