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Morrisons: The risks of being a Super-market Super-hero

Morrisons have also been judged in the court of public opinion before even setting foot in a tribunal. Morrisons are…
3 months ago
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Nestlé – Not So Sweet

A recent Tribunal decision in Mr Luke Billings v Nestlé UK Ltd offers a striking reminder that even where an…
4 months ago
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Just a Lidl bit of water can amount to gross misconduct

In Oxborough v Lidl Great Britain a Tribunal found that consuming unauthorised items or products at work regardless of the…
4 months ago
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Ageing Badly: Employers Ordered to “Fork Out” After Discriminatory “Grandma Jibes”

Employers are increasingly scrutinising workplace culture; grievance handling and the risks associated with management decisions….
5 months ago
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A Mile‑High Misjudgment: BA Crew Member Wins Unfair Dismissal Claim

A recent Employment Tribunal decision highlights the risks employers face when handling sensitive misconduct allegations without ensuring a properly robust…
5 months ago
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Disciplinary action following posts about Israel/Palestine conflict was ‘heavy handed and not proportionate’ but not discrimination

We live in a world where people hold deeply felt and sometimes differing views on sensitive issues. Workplaces are a…
5 months ago
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Going through the change…of job?

Many employers are increasingly focused on creating workplaces where employees feel comfortable discussing the menopause….
5 months ago
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Humour or Harassment? A £69k Lesson in Workplace Culture

What starts as ‘banter’ can very quickly become a Tribunal award with a £69,000 price tag….
6 months ago
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Say that again? – Tribunal rules ‘English language only’ instruction to be discriminatory

A recent Employment Tribunal judgment highlights the growing importance of managing workplace expectations in a way that respects and accommodates…
6 months ago
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Close minded investigating manager costs care home £23k

A fair investigation is the foundation of any disciplinary process, helping to gather evidence, understand what actually happened, and decide…
6 months ago
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Hammered Home – Employee wins unfair dismissal claim triggered by wife’s hammer attack on her manager

When personal relationships are met with workplace conflict, employers can find themselves navigating highly sensitive and emotionally charged situations….
6 months ago
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Employment Rights Act 2025 – Construction Sector Key Developments

Construction businesses that rely on flexible or informal labour arrangements will face increased scrutiny and risk. Ultimately, proactive review and…
7 months ago