Mr J Alom v The Financial Conduct Authority

EAT upholds FCA misconduct dismissal and rejects an out-of-time discrimination appeal, while the ERB nears Royal Assent with parental-leave reforms—practical takeaways inside.

Ahmed v Capital Arches: EAT on discrimination time limits

EAT dismisses Mr Ahmed’s appeal as out of time, rejects “continuing act” arguments and a just-and-equitable extension, underscoring strict Equality Act limitation strategy.

Employment Rights Bill: Lords to consider Commons rejections on 28 October

With the Lords set to consider the Commons’ rejections on 28 October, the Employment Rights Bill is poised for Royal Assent in early November—read our briefing on what unions and employers must prepare for first.

DBT Responds to WEC Report on Parental Leave Reform

DBT’s response to the WEC’s Sixth Report signals phased parental-leave reform—neonatal leave from April 2025, new day-one rights from April 2026, stronger flexibility from 2027—and a live review considering higher paternity pay, longer paid leave, and support for the self-employed.