Inspired by ‘Purple Tuesday’, and with greater awareness of the protection under the Equality Act 2010 from being treated less favourably because of disability, awareness of disability etiquette can only be a good thing. Disability discrimination can occur when an individual is treated less well or put at a disadvantage for a reason that relates […]
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An Employer’s Guide to Navigating the Vaccination Status Minefield
October 21st, 2021 by Stuart Smith
In our latest news alert, Associate Sophie Rothwell and Partner Emma Bartlett address the key employment law and GDPR considerations for employers in requiring employees to provide data about vaccination status.
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Mind the (Gender Pay) Gap
October 5th, 2021 by Stuart Smith
Following the Government’s decision to suspend gender pay gap reporting in 2020, and the first half of the reporting period of 2021, Tuesday, 5 October marks the deadline for qualifying employers to report their figures. Despite heralding much optimism upon its introduction several years ago and following the recent period of stagnation, which implied it […]
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The government has launched a consultation on “Making Flexible Working the Default”, set to run until 1 December 2021, building on the clear case that exists, and has been brought to the fore during the Covid-19 pandemic, “to consider what more the legislation might do to support flexible working”. In this alert, Partner Beth Hale […]
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What are the Legal Duties of Employers towards their Employees in Managing a Safe Return to the Office?
September 8th, 2021 by Stuart Smith
Our Associate, Pooja Dasgupta, explores the legal duties owed by employers to their employees in managing the potential risks associated with returning to the office, and how they can best mitigate these risks, in this article first published by Governance and Compliance Magazine.
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What Duties do Employers have to Support Victims of Domestic Abuse in the Workplace?
August 13th, 2021 by Stuart Smith
Domestic abuse hit the headlines in 2020 as reported incidence spiked to 2.4 million, with the United Nations declaring it an emergency. In January 2021, Business Minister Paul Scully made a ‘call to action’ to all UK employers to do more to help their colleagues who may be the victims of domestic abuse.
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What Now for Interim Relief in Claims of Discrimination and Victimisation-Related Dismissals?
August 9th, 2021 by Stuart Smith
In December 2020, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”) handed down its judgment in Steer v Stormsure Ltd UKEAT/0216/20/AT (V) which held that the failure of Parliament to grant a right to claim interim relief in claims of discrimination/victimisation dismissals was incompatible with Articles 6 and 14 of the European Convention of Human Rights (“ECHR”).
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Resign in Haste, Repent at Leisure
August 6th, 2021 by Stuart Smith
Whilst the timing of a resignation will usually be contingent on multiple factors, it is vital that Senior Executives do not act in haste when tendering their resignation.
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Dubbed the future of work, “hybrid working” has become one of the most talked about topics in the employment and HR world over the past year.
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Opportunities are opening up for senior executives as the UK labour market continues to recover, aided by the relaxation of most Coronavirus restrictions. As a result, many senior executives will either be contemplating a strategic move or facing a possible exit from their current role as a result of restructuring, as companies re-position to take advantage of changes in their sector. In this alert, Partner Merrill April and Associate Louise O’Connor discuss 5 top tips for senior executives to consider when making a strategic move.
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