Acas is consulting on updating its Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures which was last updated in 2009

Acas has launched a consultation on a draft new Code of Practice for disciplinary and grievance procedures, marking the first substantial review of the Code in more than a decade.

Does an employment tribunal have to consider the human right to freedom of expression when considering an employee’s dismissal?

Universities and other public bodies will still need to balance disciplinary concerns against freedom of expression obligations, particularly where disciplinary action is taken against employees for developing arguments connected to teaching, research or academic debate.

Ongoing consultation on ‘Zero-Hours’ Contracts provisions under ERA 25 - Workers Set for New Rights Under Government Plans

The Government has launched a consultation on how new protections for workers on zero-hours and low-hours contracts will work in practice.