Back 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.

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision helps clarify the case law position where a claimant seeks to pursue their employer for whistleblowing detriment where they have been dismissed.

The 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.

The 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.

This 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.

The recent electoral victory of the UK Labour Government has brought about a wave of significant policy shifts aimed at transforming the social care landscape.