Employment Law Review

With the increasing use of texting platforms like WhatsApp in the workplace, the admissibility of text messages in employment tribunals is now a critical concern for employers. Our latest article highlights the importance of clear communication policies and training to mitigate potential risks. Click below to learn how to navigate this evolving landscape effectively. https://lnkd.in/e_wAxSQM #employmenttribunal #whatsapp #workplace #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw

Explore key employment law cases and policy updates from May to October 2024, with insights on #workplacerights, discrimination rulings, and evolving standards across various sectors. https://lnkd.in/eKTCKtu9 #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw #employeerights #workplacediscrimination

A recent tribunal ruling reinforces the importance of a fair disciplinary process, as procedural flaws rendered a gross misconduct dismissal unfair. Read on for key insights into effective, compliant disciplinary practices. https://lnkd.in/eeRSX9HJ #disciplinaryprocess #grossmisconduct #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw #unfairdismissal

The new Employment Rights Bill seeks to strengthen worker protections across the UK, yet it has raised concerns among critics regarding its potential financial burden on businesses. The govt, however, asserts that correct implementation could lower the costs associated with employee absence and turnover in the long run. We explore further: https://lnkd.in/egCqH55C #employmentrightsbill #employeerights #labourparty #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw

The recent FIFA transfer ruling, deemed a breach of EU law, highlights key similarities with restrictive covenants in employment law, as both limit individual mobility. Employers must reassess their non-compete clauses to ensure legal compliance and mitigate potential liabilities. We discuss the implications and actionable steps for HR departments in our latest article. https://lnkd.in/eimZQZyC #FIFA #restrictivecovenants #noncompete #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw #EUlaw #CJEU

A London Underground strike is scheduled for early November over inadequate pay and working conditions. As the situation unfolds, significant disruptions to transport services are expected. While both unions have expressed a reluctance concerning the upcoming train strikes, they claim to have been "forced into it". We explore the issues that may lead to yet another strike and offer helpful information for those who may be impacted by the disruptions. Click below to learn more. https://lnkd.in/dMWf_YAc #londonunderground #tubestrike #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw #tfl #transportforlondon #paydispute #tubedrivers #ASLEF #RMT

A female RAF officer has won £2k after an ombudsman criticised the "overly masculine culture" in her unit. Click below to discover the persistent challenges of sexism within the Royal Air Force and the urgent need for cultural transformation. https://lnkd.in/eRijtEsk #raf #royalairforce #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw #sexualharassment #sexdiscrimination #sexism

Recently, a Tribunal has ruled in favour of a claimant, whose morning greetings to the company director were ignored, in an unfair dismissal and breach of contract claim. While not saying hello back to her did not constitute a breach of contract in itself, the tribunal found that it added to the unreasonable behaviour of the employer that pushed the claimant to quit. We explore the case further, and discuss the remedies for a breach of contract, below: https://lnkd.in/enmNgE6y #breachofcontract #law #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw #construtivedismissal #unfairdismissal #constructivedismissal

The UK government has announced a new initiative to offer weight loss jabs to unemployed individuals with obesity, aiming to improve health and employment rates. However, questions around health and ethics have arisen. Find out more in our latest article below. https://lnkd.in/e4NJmCDM #unemployment #obesity #ukemploymentlaw #ukemplaw #employmentrates #longtermsickness #sicknessabsence #healthandsafety

The recent reprimand of a High Court judge for misconduct highlights the importance of understanding power dynamics. Employers must recognise and manage them to foster a positive, inclusive environment and prevent misconduct. We explore what led to the junior colleague feeling distressed, the role of power dynamics in such situations, and how to promote healthy influence and maintain organisational balance below: https://lnkd.in/eX5PiuGU #powerdynamics #employeewellbeing #misconduct #employmentlawuk #ukemplaw #ukemploymentlaw