Employment Law Review
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Employment rights
Equality, discrimination and harassment
Weekly Issue 875
Case Summary: Sadia Shakil v Samsons Ltd [2024] EAT 192
The EAT emphasises proper assessment of injury-to-feelings awards in pregnancy discrimination cases, correcting errors in applying Vento guidelines and addressing prolonged mistreatment.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 874
Employment Law Review Roundup
Discover how 2024 reshaped employment law with landmark victories, new protections, and key changes every worker needs to know.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 872
Government Takes Action to Curb Tax Avoidance by Umbrella Companies
From April 2026, new UK legislation will shift tax responsibility from umbrella companies to recruitment agencies or end clients, aiming to reduce tax avoidance and protect workers. Discover how these changes address key issues and support fair employment practices.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 869
New Legal Duty for Employers to Prevent Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
The Worker Protection Act 2023 introduces a legal duty for employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, with potential for increased compensation if they fail to comply.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 869
Case Study: English Nationalism and Employment Law: Tribunal Case Study
Discover how the Employment Tribunal ruled on whether English nationalism, including anti-Islamic views, qualifies as a protected belief under the Equality Act in this detailed case study.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 869
Case Study: Disability Discrimination in Mr. Raymond Cairns v. Royal Mail Group Ltd
Explore how the Employment Appeal Tribunal addressed claims of disability discrimination and reasonable adjustments in the workplace in the case of Raymond Cairns v. Royal Mail Group Ltd.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 868
British Airways PLC v Rollett and Others
British Airways loses its appeal in an indirect discrimination case, with the Employment Appeal Tribunal ruling that claimants suffering the same disadvantage as protected groups can still pursue claims, even without sharing the protected characteristic.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 867
Government Repeals Strikes Act to Strengthen Workers’ Rights and Public Services
The UK government is repealing the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023, strengthening workers' rights and restoring public services through fair negotiations and the forthcoming Employment Rights Bill.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 867
New Legislation on Tips Allocation Set to Come into Force
Starting 1 October 2024, the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 mandates that all qualifying tips, gratuities, and service charges be fully passed on to workers without deductions, ensuring fair and transparent distribution in the hospitality and service sectors.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 867
Key Takeaways from Mansfield Care Ltd v Newman and ors and Rollandene Ltd v Newman and ors: TUPE, Redundancy, and Worker Rights Explained
The case of Mansfield Care Ltd v Newman and ors [2024] EAT 128 explores key issues related to TUPE transfers, redundancy consultations, and bank staff employment status, with the Employment Appeal Tribunal partially upholding appeals.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 867
Mr. J. Wharton v. Sheehan Haulage and Plant Hire Ltd: Key Lessons on Wage Dispute Timing and Tribunal Fairness
The Employment Appeal Tribunal in Mr. J. Wharton v. Sheehan Haulage and Plant Hire Ltd ruled that time limits for wage deduction claims should start from the deduction date, not the termination date, allowing the appeal and highlighting the importance of procedural fairness in employment disputes.
Employment rights
Weekly Issue 866
Labour’s Proposed Employment Rights Bill: A Step Forward for Workers’ Rights
The Labour Party's recent election victory has led to the announcement of significant employment law reforms, including the Employment Rights Bill and the draft Equality (Race and Disability) Bill, set to be introduced in October 2024, aiming to improve workers' rights in the UK.