Does a worker have to request a right to be accompanied even if the employer does not tell them the purpose of the meeting?

The case highlights a weakness of the statutory framework and reinforces the importance of workers seeking representation at the earliest opportunity where disciplinary action may be contemplated – even as a mere theoretical possibility.

Government publishes Code of Practice on Electronic and Workplace Balloting ahead of 2026 reforms

For the first time, unions will be able to use electronic voting and workplace balloting for a range of statutory ballots, including industrial action ballots, union elections and political fund ballots.

Government launches long awaited consultation on the current equal pay regime-

The government has launched a consultation on reforms to equal pay and race and disability pay discrimination under the Equality Act 2010.

Enforcing holiday pay

Reforms under the Employment Rights Act 2025 are set to provide a wakeup call to those employers who continue to deny workers their right to paid holidays.