The Employment Appeal Tribunal has confirmed that the statutory right to be accompanied is only triggered where a worker requests a companion.

The Charity Commission warns that trustees must take steps towards compliance with the new EHRC Code of Practice before it comes into force on 5 August 2026 and should not wait for updated Commission guidance.

The Employment Appeal Tribunal holds that a rail operator breached trade union legislation by offering a pay deal directly to staff while collective bargaining with a recognised union was still ongoing.

The updated EHRC Services Code will replace the 2011 code from 5 August 2026.

The performance of the Charity Commission has been in the news recently and we have had a number of enquiries about challenging Charity Commission decisions. With that in mind, it seems timely to consider some instances where it is not possible to challenge Commission decisions. We do this by reference to two decisions from the Charity First-tier Tribunal (the Tribunal). These cases highlight the importance of understanding the statutory framework governing appeals and reviews under the Charities Act 2011 (the Act).

During the summer holiday period, many faith buildings will be busy with a variety of community activities including play schemes for young children, religious or language education, summer weddings, and a variety of seasonal events, as well as regular services. For some, the summer also provides an opportunity to invite external speakers whether to cover the absence of regular preachers or to contribute to seasonal gatherings.

The government has launched a consultation on proposals to reform the UK's equal pay and pay discrimination framework.