Betancourt v United Kingdom Research and Innovation

When UKRI dismissed an employee mid-probation without a PILON clause, the case that followed became a key reminder of how costly it can be to overlook contractual notice terms.

Reynolds v Abel Estate Agent Ltd and Others

When Ms Reynolds brought a whistleblowing claim without starting ACAS Early Conciliation, her case tested how strictly tribunals must enforce this step—and the Court of Appeal’s ruling serves as a sharp reminder that skipping it can end a claim before it begins.

House of Lords Passes New Amendments to the Employment Rights Bill

The House of Lords debated further changes to the government’s Employment Rights Bill, their latest amendments highlight ongoing differences over unfair dismissal, zero-hours contracts, and union reforms.