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When will an employer treat a part-time worker less favourably?
26 Jul 2024The Employment Appeal Tribunal ("EAT") has found that a claimant's part-time status must be the "sole reason" for less favourable treatment for there to be a breach of the Part-time Workers Regulations.
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The strategic importance of maintaining a positive workplace culture
24 Jul 2024We recently reported on the upcoming new mandatory duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, which is due to come into force on 26 October 2024.
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EHRC launches consultation on updated sexual harassment technical guidance
19 Jul 2024The duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace will come into force on 26 October 2024. The EHRC has now launched a consultation in advance of updating its technical guidance on the new duty.
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Withdrawal of job offer was direct discrimination against Christian social worker
19 Jul 2024In a first instance decision, the Tribunal has found that an employer was wrong to withdraw a job offer without giving the applicant an opportunity to explain himself and offer reassurances.
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King's Speech announces two new employment law Bills
19 Jul 2024This week the King's Speech took place on Wednesday. Whilst it did not include any surprise employment law announcements, it has provided an insight into the Government's immediate plans.
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Statutory Code of Practice on fire and re-hire comes into force
19 Jul 2024The statutory Code of Practice has come into force on 18 July 2024 as planned, despite the Labour Government's continued plans to introduce legal reform in this area.
