Employment Law Review
Thompsons’ Employment Law Review is recognised as an authoritative source of comment and discussion from our trade union law specialists. Available to read here, and also via a weekly email bulletin, the Employment Law Review offers considerable insight into the latest issues affecting trade unions and their members.
Latest Issues
Weekly Issue 891
- EAT: Disability s15 “Something” & Disciplinary Process
- EAT clarifies whistleblowing: s103A vs s47B detriment
- Employment Rights Bill: Government launches four consultations
Weekly Issue 890
- Mr J Alom v The Financial Conduct Authority
- Ahmed v Capital Arches: EAT on discrimination time limits
- Employment Rights Bill: Lords to consider Commons rejections on 28 October
Weekly Issue 889
- Equity and others v Talent Systems Europe Ltd (trading as Spotlight)
- AB v Grafters Group Ltd (t/a CSI Catering Services International)
- Employment Rights Bill: Commons Rejects Key Lords Amendments and Next Steps
Equality, discrimination and harassment
Weekly Issue 881
Case Report: F v J – Anonymity in Disability Discrimination Proceedings
EAT rules that tribunals must fairly weigh anonymity for hidden disabilities—recognising subjective fears without demanding medical proof.
Disciplinary and dismissal
Weekly Issue 881
Case Report: Kinch v Compassion in World Farming International – Strike Out and Affirmation in Constructive Dismissal Claims
EAT overturns strike out in Kinch case, ruling that constructive dismissal claims need evidence—not assumptions—on resignation and contract affirmation
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 880
Brian Gourlay v West Dunbartonshire Council [2025] EAT 29
The EAT has ruled that compensation for career-long loss must be properly assessed where discrimination causes lasting harm. In Gourlay v West Dunbartonshire Council, the tribunal's flawed reasoning led to a major correction.
Equality, discrimination and harassment
Weekly Issue 880
Busways Ltd v Mr O Sener [2025] EAT 37
The EAT upheld a bus driver’s harassment claim linked to his disability, stressing that repeated questioning about medical needs can be unlawful—even without malicious intent.
Disciplinary and dismissal
Weekly Issue 880
Ofsted v Hewston [2025] EWCA Civ 250
The Court of Appeal ruled Ofsted unfairly dismissed an inspector over a minor incident, stressing the importance of clear guidance, transparency, and fair disciplinary procedures.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 879
Government Updates Employment Rights Bill Amendment Paper
Major updates to the Employment Rights Bill introduce new rules on agency work, redundancies, and wage enforcement—discover how these changes could impact you.
Equality, discrimination and harassment
Weekly Issue 879
Case Summary: Roofe-Stewart v MacIntyre Care Ltd – Disability Discrimination Appeal
A crucial EAT decision reinstates a disability discrimination claim, highlighting the legal test for recurring impairments under the Equality Act—discover the implications for workers and tribunals.
Definition of a worker
Weekly Issue 879
Case Summary: Dr Mark Ter-Berg v Mr Parul Malde & Dr Colin Hancock – Worker Status Appeal
A landmark EAT decision overturns a tribunal ruling on worker status, clarifying legal tests for personal service, control, and economic dependency—find out its implications.
Equal pay
Weekly Issue 879
Case Summary: Tesco Stores Ltd v Ms K Element & Ors – Equal Pay and Expert Evidence Appeal
A major ruling in Tesco’s equal pay case sees the tribunal reconsider expert economic evidence—discover the implications for pay equality and employment law.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 878
TUC and Hope Not Hate research reports strong public support for Employment Rights Bill
New polling shows overwhelming public support for the Employment Rights Bill, with voters across all parties backing stronger worker protections, including banning zero-hours contracts, improving sick pay, and strengthening unfair dismissal laws.
Disciplinary and dismissal
Weekly Issue 878
Case Study: Higgs v Farmor’s School
The Court of Appeal ruled that Kristie Higgs’ dismissal for expressing gender-critical beliefs on Facebook was discriminatory, reinforcing key protections for freedom of expression in UK employment law.