Employment Law Review

Unfair dismissal

A British journalist’s unfair dismissal claim against CNN raises key questions about UK tribunal jurisdiction for international workers—discover how the courts ruled and why it matters.

Whistle-blowing

A former hotel director’s whistleblowing case tested whether external HR consultants could be personally liable for dismissal—find out how the tribunal and EAT ruled, and what it means for future claims.

Contract of employment

A dispute over a £10,000 payment led to claims of unlawful deduction and a surprise consumer credit argument on appeal—read how the tribunal and EAT clarified employer rights, loan enforceability, and appeal strategy.

Employment rights

A new TUC-commissioned poll shows overwhelming public support for Labour’s Employment Rights Bill, including bans on zero-hours contracts and fire-and-rehire—see what’s in the bill and why it’s gaining cross-party backing.

Equality, discrimination and harassment

Supreme Court rules “sex” in the Equality Act means biological sex — a decision with major implications for law, rights, and workplace policy

Whistle-blowing

Whistleblowing protections don’t cover external applicants — a ruling that underscores legal limits and highlights the need for reform beyond the NHS.

Equality, discrimination and harassment

EAT rules that tribunals must fairly weigh anonymity for hidden disabilities—recognising subjective fears without demanding medical proof.

Disciplinary and dismissal

EAT overturns strike out in Kinch case, ruling that constructive dismissal claims need evidence—not assumptions—on resignation and contract affirmation

Equal pay

Employment rights

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

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

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.