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What employers must legally do for staff during hot weather We've had lots of clients asking what employers need to do during hot weather. Here's what the law says and, more importantly, what it means in practice for your business. Is there a maximum temperature for...

Many employers are focused on 1st January 2027, when the qualifying period for bringing an ordinary unfair dismissal claim is due to reduce from two years to six months. However, the date that should really be on employers' radar was 1st July 2026. Why? Because...

A recent employment tribunal has provided a useful reminder for employers about managing workplace adjustments, responding to medical advice, and documenting decision-making when supporting employees with health conditions. The case involved an employee at a frozen...

The claimant, a long-serving HGV driver, was dismissed by DHL Services Ltd in June 2022 on capability grounds after more than two years’ absence due to medical conditions, including vertigo and vestibular migraines. He lodged an internal appeal, but due to a series of...

In a claim hitting the headlines, an Irish employee has won her claim of racial harassment after her manager regularly shouted “potato” at her in a mock Irish accent and used language such as “paddy” and “pikey” despite her repeatedly telling him that she did not find...

The Employment Appeal Tribunal has stated that the scope of employer liability regarding sexual harassment is not limited to the incidences that happen at the workplace or during the working hours. The complainant in this case was a sexually harassed agency worker who...

Mr Sabourin's line manager had concerns about his performance, which he sought to address informally. When this was unsuccessful, a formal performance improvement plan was put in place. There was no improvement, so a first written warning was issued and this was...

The new tax year brings a number of statutory rate changes that will affect what you pay and what your employees receive. Here is a summary of what has changed for 2026/27, along with the key rates at a glance. New Wage Rates – 1st April 2026: Age/Category2025 Hourly...

The upcoming April 2026 employment law changes will affect many businesses, particularly in areas such as policies, employee rights and documentation. To help organisations prepare, we recently hosted a webinar explaining the key updates and what employers should be...

The Employment Rights Act 2025 is now officially law after receiving Royal Assent on 18th December 2025. It represents one of the most significant UK employment law reforms in recent years. For employers, HR professionals and business leaders, the question is no...

This decision addresses the limits of reducing unfair dismissal compensation to nil based on alleged contributory conduct. Ms Kesheva worked as a door supervisor. Following an argument at work, she left mid-shift and was dismissed for gross misconduct without any...

This Employment Appeal Tribunal decision provides important clarification on the burden of proof in discrimination claims and reinforces the distinction between poor treatment and unlawful discrimination. Mr Sodola brought two claims of direct race discrimination. He...