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Neonatal care leave and pay: further regulations published ahead of April 2025 rollout
07 Mar 2025The introduction of statutory neonatal care leave and pay is moving forward, with additional regulations made on 24 February 2025 to clarify key aspects of the new right.
Compulsory retirement and age discrimination: Tribunal rules against law firm
07 Mar 2025A law firm unlawfully discriminated against a partner by refusing to delay his retirement. The case highlights the need for employers to carefully consider the justification and proportionality of compulsory retirement policies.
Employment Rights Bill: key amendments and what they mean for employers
07 Mar 2025The Employment Rights Bill has undergone significant amendments, introducing new provisions and revising existing ones to enhance worker protections and clarify employer obligations.
EAT clarifies judicial notice and group disadvantage in indirect discrimination claim
28 Feb 2025The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has provided important guidance on the use of judicial notice and the assessment of group disadvantage in indirect sex discrimination claims.
WEC calls for review of age discrimination protections
28 Feb 2025The Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) has published a report recommending a review of the legal framework protecting older individuals against discrimination, including the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED).
Tribunal finds constructive dismissal following mishandled disciplinary process over transphobia criticism
28 Feb 2025An Employment Tribunal has ruled that an employee of Arts Council England was constructively dismissed after being disciplined for criticising colleagues with gender-critical views.
