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EAT remits fitness test discrimination case for reconsideration

Thursday, 12 December 2024

A recent EAT decision highlights the need for robust reasoning in indirect discrimination claims.

EAT remits fitness test discrimination case for reconsideration

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Female newsreaders appeal Tribunal decision blocking new claims against the BBC

Thursday, 12 December 2024

Four prominent BBC journalists are challenging an Employment Tribunal decision that ruled their new equal pay claims were barred by prior settlement agreements, reigniting the debate over ongoing pay disparities and the scope of settlement agreements.

Female newsreaders appeal Tribunal decision blocking new claims against the BBC

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New visa sponsorship rules for employers proposed under the Employment Rights Bill

Thursday, 12 December 2024

Tougher measures will be introduced to combat visa mismanagement, including bans on sponsorship and increased compliance obligations for employers.

New visa sponsorship rules for employers proposed under the Employment Rights Bill

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EAT clarifies harassment rules on comments about accents linked to race

Thursday, 05 December 2024

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has ruled that comments about an employee's accent can amount to race-related harassment under the Equality Act 2010, even without evidence of discriminatory intent.

EAT clarifies harassment rules on comments about accents linked to race

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Proposed Employment Rights Bill amendments published

Thursday, 05 December 2024

The first set of proposed amendments to the Employment Rights Bill introduces significant changes to workplace protections, including reforms to tribunal time limits, zero-hours contracts, public sector outsourcing, and trade union rights.

Proposed Employment Rights Bill amendments published

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Claimant not allowed to raise new substantive argument at appeal stage

Thursday, 05 December 2024

The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has ruled that it would not be in the interests of justice to allow a claimant to raise a new argument on appeal, despite acknowledging an error in the Tribunal’s decision.

Claimant not allowed to raise new substantive argument at appeal stage

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Employers facing significant changes to NICs and Minimum Wage rates from April 2025

Thursday, 28 November 2024

Employers across the UK are set to face significant cost increases from April 2025, following changes announced in the Autumn 2024 Budget.

Employers facing significant changes to NICs and Minimum Wage rates from April 2025

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EAT rules against worker status for black cab driver

Thursday, 28 November 2024

The Employment Appeal Tribunal's decision in Johnson v GT Gettaxi highlights the complexities of worker classification in the gig economy and its implications for app-based black cab drivers.

EAT rules against worker status for black cab driver

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Supreme Court confirms trade unions can enforce check-off arrangements

Thursday, 28 November 2024

The Supreme Court has clarified the enforceability of collective agreement terms incorporated into individual employment contracts, delivering an important ruling on the rights of trade unions under employment law.

Supreme Court confirms trade unions can enforce check-off arrangements

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EHRC publishes guidance on the prevention of workplace sexual harassment

Thursday, 21 November 2024

The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published new guidance for employers to help employers create safer and more inclusive workplaces.

EHRC publishes guidance on the prevention of workplace sexual harassment

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The Employment Rights Bill in depth: a new era for zero-hours workers?

Thursday, 21 November 2024

The Employment Rights Bill introduces landmark rights for zero-hours and low-hours workers, including guaranteed hours, reasonable notice of shifts, and compensation for late changes.

The Employment Rights Bill in depth: a new era for zero-hours workers?

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Supreme Court confirms employers can seek rectification of collective agreements

Thursday, 21 November 2024

In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court has confirmed that the equitable remedy of 'rectification' is available for collective agreements, even though they are typically legally unenforceable.

Supreme Court confirms employers can seek rectification of collective agreements

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Court of Appeal clarifies consultation requirements in small scale redundancies

Friday, 15 November 2024

In a recent case, the Court of Appeal has confirmed that non-unionised employers are not required to conduct workforce-wide consultation in redundancy scenarios involving fewer than 20 employees.

Court of Appeal clarifies consultation requirements in small scale redundancies

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Clarifying pay entitlements during employee suspension: tribunal highlights key requirements for withholding wages

Friday, 15 November 2024

A recent Employment Tribunal decision emphasises the need for explicit contractual terms when withholding pay during periods of employee suspension or when restrictions are imposed by third-parties.

Clarifying pay entitlements during employee suspension: tribunal highlights key requirements for withholding wages

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Protected conversations: key takeaways for employers

Friday, 15 November 2024

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision provides guidance for employers on when pre-termination negotiations are inadmissible in unfair dismissal claims, even when the offer of termination is unexpected or subject to a short response time.

Protected conversations: key takeaways for employers

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