Careless whispers

We consider whether discussions with an HR consultant are risk-free and truly private.

Will flexible working become a day-one right for UK employees?

Can an employer implement a policy prohibiting his employees from wearing any visible religious signs at the workplace or does it constitute direct discrimination?

We report on the government’s response to the consultation.

Can the ACAS Code uplift apply even if the dismissal was fair?

In a recent case, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) held that employment tribunals must have regard to “the childcare disparity” when considering sex discrimination claims.

Is going to a pub whilst on sick leave a guaranteed way of having your contract terminated?

In this series of short podcasts our Employment team discuss various topics designed to help employers get employment law right.

If someone’s employment terminates when the employee is away from work on leave and receiving only statutory pay or no pay, what is their entitlement to pay during the notice period?

The employment team explores whether gender-critical beliefs that make co-workers feel uncomfortable can be protected under the Equality Act 2010.

A guide to working from home in the long term.

Ian Machray explores whether a minimum level of obligation is required for “worker” status?