Under the Equality Act 2010, ‘age’ is one of the protected characteristics. Consequently, if you are treating someone unfairly at work because of their age,
Managing underperformance is an area where Managers tend to get frustrated with HR and the perceived ‘red tape,’ without recognising the importance of their role
In the recent case of Evans v Xactly, the Employment Appeal Tribunal held that the phrase ‘fat ginger pikey’ did not amount to harassment… but
In the case WM Morrison Supermarkets Plc v Various Claimants the Court of Appeal confirms Morrisons were vicariously liable for a rogue employee’s misuse of
Landmark ruling from the Court of Appeal on whether night shift workers who are required to ‘sleep in’ at work are entitled to be paid
Earlier today, the Government published the document ‘The Future Relationship between the United Kingdom and the European Union.’ As you can imagine, it holds an
Before dismissing an employee, one of the first things employers review is their length of service. An employee must have two years’ continuous service in
The menopause is a natural part of ageing, which typically occurs when a woman is between 45 – 55 years old. There are many symptoms
Each contract of employment should contain a notice period within the main terms and conditions of employment. Following recent case law, in order to prevent
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has rejected Addison Lee’s appeal in the employment status case Addison Lee Limited v Gascoigne, by upholding the decision that
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