I’m pregnant and I don’t feel ‘COVID-19 Secure’ at work, what are my rights?
If you’re pregnant you’re naturally going to have concerns about catching the COVID-19 virus. So as the lockdown eases, what happens if your employer refuses … Read More
Furlough New Government Guidance
Nearly three quarters (71.7 per cent) of organisations are now using or are planning to use the government Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme to fund 80 … Read More
Constructive Dismissal
UPDATED FOR 2022 – This practical guide is all about constructive dismissal – what it means, case examples and the core elements an employment tribunal … Read More
Is veganism a “philosophical belief” that should be protected by law?
An employment tribunal is being asked to decide whether veganism is a “philosophical belief” and therefore, should be protected by law. The landmark case, which … Read More
EAT confirms Addison Lee drivers are entitled to workers’ rights
Taxi drivers with Addison Lee are legally entitled to the national minimum wage and holiday pay rights, confirms the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT). The EAT … Read More
Appoint more women leaders, urges new report
Almost one in four companies in the FTSE 350 have only one woman on their board, and there are still five all-male boards, according to … Read More
A third of workers don’t know pay discrimination is illegal
A third of women and men in work don’t realise that pay discrimination is illegal, according to new research by The Fawcett Society. The research, … Read More
Settlement Agreements – is there another way?
Settlement Agreements are a useful tool for dealing quickly with poor performing or troublesome employees, says Catherine Greig, Director of Greig Employment Law. But there are … Read More
Sexual harassment allegations: how can employers get the balance right?
As the #MeToo campaign continues to give workers the courage to bring sexual harassment claims, employers are under more scrutiny than ever before. Charlie Thompson, Associate … Read More
Employment contracts: what employers need to know
If an employee has refused to sign an employment contract, does that mean the terms are invalid? Katie Mahoney, Senior Associate at Doyle Clayton, looks at … Read More