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Business confidence grows to post-Budget peak
Dental nurse pushed out by rude behaviour awarded £25k
A dental nurse has been awarded £25,000 for constructive dismissal at tribunal after she was subjected to ‘rude, isolating, bullying and belittling’ behaviour.
Decision to sack man for Michael Jackson noises unfair, finds tribunal
Employer did not establish a link between the ‘juvenile, inappropriate’ noises and the claim from a colleague of racism.
P&O Ferries boss who steered 800 sackings steps down
According to a statement given to the BBC, Peter Hebblethwaite is resigning to ‘dedicate more time to family matters”.
Commentary
Beware the unintended consequences of the NDA ban
NDA ban: there could be unintended consequences that are mostly to the detriment of whistleblowers and those who have been harassed.
Ministers loosen fire and rehire proposals in Employment Rights Bill
Fire and rehire proposals in the Employment Rights Bill are being amended by ministers to offer employers slightly more leeway.
Fire and rehire: the relocation question
Under new fire-and-rehire rules, even the most reasonable employer could face unfair dismissal claims if it tries to relocate staff.
Discrimination
Decision to sack man for Michael Jackson noises unfair, finds tribunal
Employer did not establish a link between the ‘juvenile, inappropriate’ noises and the claim from a colleague of racism.
Cabin crew manager with ‘flirty banter’ loses discrimination claim
An easyJet cabin crew manager who indulged in ‘flirty banter’ has lost his case for unfair dismissal and sexual orientation discrimination.
Council clerk sacked after trying to ensure his employer was insured
Senior council members accused Mr Trevaskis of ‘scaremongering’ and he was warned by the council leader not to send similar emails again.
Redundancy
P&O Ferries boss who steered 800 sackings steps down
According to a statement given to the BBC, Peter Hebblethwaite is resigning to ‘dedicate more time to family matters”.
Bankers learn of redundancy in email gaffe asking for laptop return
More than 100 ANZ bankers prematurely learn their being made redundant in email gaffe requesting they return their laptop.
Lotus to cut 550 jobs to secure sustainable future
Sports car manufacturer Lotus is to cut 550 jobs at its UK headquarters in Norfolk in an effort to secure a sustainable future.
Tupe
Top 10 HR questions July 2025: Unauthorised absence
The top HR questions in July 2025 include one on what to do if an employee fails to turn up for work.
Top 10 HR questions January 2025: TUPE employee information
January 2025's top 10 HR questions include FAQs ion TUPE, severe weather, notice periods, and alcohol or drug misuse
BMA staff ready to strike over pay
The British Medical Association is facing a walk-out after claims it had underpaid tens of advisers.
Maternity & Paternity
Hugh’s Law calls for paid leave for parents with critically ill children
A bereaved family is campaigning for the government to introduce legislation that gives parents statutory rights if their child is critically ill.
Bereavement leave to extend to miscarriages before 24 weeks
Parents who experience a miscarriage before 24 weeks of pregnancy will be entitled to bereavement leave.
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Asda hails major upgrade in employees’ benefits
Retail giant Asda has confirmed what it calls ‘a significant enhancement’ to its family-friendly policies for employees during key life moments.