Government announces workplace reforms to protect the modern workforce
Will plans announced by Government to improve the rights of workers on zero-hour contracts, agency employees and those working in the gig economy, live…
Category: Employment Law News
Unsigned contract case delivers fresh warning to employers
A fresh warning to employers on the importance of ensuring all employees sign their contracts of employment.
Deliveroo riders lose latest legal battle over collective bargaining rights
Deliveroo riders lose appeal against CAC decision from November 2017.
Staff working out of hours could be breaching GDPR
New research reveals that finding a work/life balance is important to both wellbeing and ensuring employees are GDPR-
Sacked vegan claims discrimination in landmark case
Landmark case points to implications of protected characteristics.
Ethnicity pay gap reporting scrutinised
What has urged government to go further with its Ethnicity Pay Gap reporting?
10 crucial employment law changes for 2019
2019, looks like another busy year for new employment laws. Here we list ten.
Half of British employees want clarity on social media policies
Should employers be updating their social media policies for employees?
Business leaders unite for mental health
What big companies have called on the government to prioritise its manifesto claim?
Addison Lee loses appeal on workers’ rights
The latest ruling to go against gig-economy companies ruled that British drivers at car service Addison Lee are workers, entitling them to rights such…
Are employment tribunal fees set to return?
The Ministry of Justice has confirmed it may reintroduce fees for employment tribunal claims.
British organisations raise concerns over microchipping
TUC and CBI have sounded the alarm over prospects of microchipping workers.
Gig workers and self-employed need employee benefits
The growth of the gig economy and self-employment is leaving workers significantly under-protected.
Sleeping rough? Ryanair cabin crew sacked for staging photo
Ryanair sacks staff after alleged gross misconduct that 'damaged the employer's reputation'
HR expert warns employers not use to NDAs to silence sexual harassment claims
Since the beginning of the year, the #MeToo campaign and increasing focus on sexual harassment in the workplace has revealed worrying details about employers’…