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The importance of taking annual leave

Putting off booking that week off from work may seem like the best idea at the time and continuously working may help your career initially ...
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Why Appeals Matter – Lessons from UK Employment Law

A robust appeal process is not just a procedural “add-on” to disciplinary or dismissal decisions it is a critical component of fairness under UK employment ...
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Do you need to give notice to someone you have made an offer of employment to?

Breach of contract for not giving reasonable notice on withdrawal of job offer. It is good practice for an employer to expressly state that a ...
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Telling a pregnant colleague a kick in the testicles is worse than childbirth has been found to be harassment

Harassment at Work. A recent Employment Tribunal has considered messages shared in a company-wide group chat and found them to be harassment relating to sex ...
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Changes to Holiday Records

As I am sure you are aware, the Employment Rights Act 2025 will bring significant changes, some of which come into force on 6th April ...
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New tax year 2026/2027: Changes to Note for Employers

I am sure that a lot of business owners are busy trying to get to grips with all the new employment law changes that are ...
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Irish employee repeatedly called ‘potato’ awarded £23,500 in the Employment Tribunal

Irish employee repeatedly called ‘potato’ awarded £23,500 in the Employment Tribunal. A recent Employment Tribunal case is a fresh reminder for all employers to
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Disability, Exclusion and Employer Inaction

A growing theme in Employment Tribunal litigation is the shift away from traditional dismissal-based claims toward cases centred on exclusion
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April Fools’ Day – Workplace Banter and Professional Boundaries

Navigating internal challenges With April Fools’ Day approaching, it’s a timely reminder for managers to consider humour and “banter” in the workplace. While light-hearted interactions ...
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Changes to Paternity Leave and Parental Leave in April 2026

One of the biggest employment law changes coming into force this April is in relation to Paternity Leave and Parental Leave.
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Fertility issues in the workplace and how to support employees

Performance management is one of the most important responsibilities of any manager. When done well, it creates clarity, builds trust, supports development...
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Seeking Reinstatement as Remedy for Unfair Dismissal

A vexatious Employment Tribunal claim is a claim that is being brought by an employee, or a former employee that has no grounds, no prospects ...
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