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
Five things we learnt in employment law this week (July 31)
The Supreme Court has found that a Police Commissioner did not owe a duty of care to protect individual officers from risk of reputational harm … Read More
How to create a culture of kindness (and reduce discrimination claims) at work
As an employment lawyer, I have spent my most of my career advising clients how best to mitigate risks and claims, writes Danielle Spiers, a … Read More
Location, location, location: what employers need to know about the office move
Moving offices to a new area is a big decision. It can involve employees taking on a long commute or even relocating their whole family. … Read More
Protected characteristics and unconscious bias: the do’s and don’ts of interviews
The independent McGregor-Smith Review, published earlier this year, looked at issues affecting black and minority ethnic (BME) groups in the workplace, identifying discrimination and bias … Read More