An employment tribunal has ruled that using the name “Borat” to refer to someone from Eastern Europe amounted to direct...
Employment law
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There has been a global explosion in the popularity of social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn in...
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Government proposals to extend regulatory measures on training would hinder employer investment and do nothing to increase skills levels, the...
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I have been told separately by two of my employees that the police have arrested and charged one of our...
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Most employers use agency temps as an additional labour resource from time to time,... -
Case of the week: Zaman and others v Kozee Sleep Products Ltd (t/a Dorlux Beds UK)
by Mary Clarkeby Mary ClarkeZaman and others v Kozee Sleep Products Ltd (t/a Dorlux Beds UK)FACTSKozee Sleep Products Ltd bought Dorlux Beds UK when...
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The Government has published amendments to the Agency Workers Regulations 2010, correcting drafting errors contained in earlier versions.Under the Regulations,...
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One of our senior members of staff is on maternity leave and due to return to work in six weeks. However,...
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McBride v Falkirk Football & Athletic ClubFACTSIn December 2008, Mr May became overall manager of Falkirk Football & Athletic Club....
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Excluding small businesses from the proposed extension of the right to request flexible working to all employees could create a...
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In July 2011, the CBI released a report calling on the Government to adopt a flexible approach to employment law instead...
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I’m starting a new business, which may require staff to work at night and around the clock. How do I...
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The Department for Education (DfE) and Haringey Council’s applications to challenge the ruling of unfair dismissal in the Sharon Shoesmith...
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The Court of Appeal has used a judgment in a long-running appeal case to defend the employment tribunal system.Lord Justice...
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My company recently lost a tribunal claim. The result doesn’t seem fair. Can we appeal the decision, and, if so,...