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EAT supports working days approach to holiday pay calculations
24 Jan 2025Calculating holiday pay for employees working irregular hours is an ongoing challenge for many employers. The Working Time Regulations 1998 (WTR) require that workers receive no less pay on holiday than they would normally earn while working.
Court of Appeal confirms limits of state immunity in embassy discrimination case
17 Jan 2025The Court of Appeal has confirmed that employers operating within diplomatic settings cannot rely on state immunity to shield themselves from claims of discrimination under domestic employment laws, where the acts in question are of a private law nature.
McDonald's workers allege discrimination, homophobia and sexual harassment
17 Jan 2025Back in 2023, the fast food chain McDonald's, entered into a legal agreement to protect staff from harassment. Two years on, hundreds of staff say they are still facing abuse.
When is re-engagement appropriate following unfair dismissal?
17 Jan 2025The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) recently clarified the limits of ordering re-engagement in cases of unfair dismissal, focusing on the practicalities of restoring employment relationships and the scope of tribunal powers.
Over 700 McDonald's workers allege discrimination, homophobia and sexual harassment
17 Jan 2025Back in 2023, the fast food chain McDonald's, entered into a legal agreement to protect staff from harassment. Two years on, hundreds of staff say they are still facing abuse.
Home Office provides new restrictions on passing immigration fees to sponsored workers
10 Jan 2025Employers sponsoring skilled worker visa applicants must ensure compliance with new restrictions on passing on certain immigration-related costs to sponsored employees.
