Constructive Dismissal for Employers
Constructive dismissal is when an employer has committed a sufficiently serious breach of contract that the employee’s only option is to resign in response to the employer’s conduct or treatment. The employee may then bring a claim against the employer at the Employment Tribunal. Since constructive dismissal can have significant legal and financial implications for employers, […]
Protected Characteristics: A Guide for Employers
In the UK, it is unlawful to treat someone unfairly at work due to protected characteristics, as specified under the Equality Act 2010. The protected characteristics which are safeguarded against discrimination under the Act include age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Discrimination […]
How to Calculate Pro Rata Salary & Holiday
Pro rata is a term derived from the Latin phrase “pro rata parte,” meaning “in proportion.” In the context of employment, pro rata refers to the proportional allocation of salary, holiday entitlement, or other benefits based on the actual time worked compared to a full-time schedule. This concept is particularly relevant for part-time employees, those […]
New Regulations on Neonatal Care Leave & Pay Published
Regulations have now been published by the government supporting the introduction of neonatal care leave and pay in the workplace from 6 April 2025 under the new Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023. The Neonatal Care Leave and Miscellaneous Amendments Regulations 2025 outline the eligibility criteria, notification requirements and entitlement details for employees taking neonatal […]
What Can Employers Expect in Employment Law in 2025?
2025 is expected to bring significant developments in UK employment law. With landmark reforms, increased statutory protections and evolving workplace expectations on the agenda, employers will need to be attune to these changes and be agile to adapt and comply. In general, the main trends and developments are being driven by the Labour government to […]
Employment Case Law Update January 2025
Read on for our monthly digest for employers on upcoming employment law changes and key, recent employment tribunal cases. Successful Challenge of Refused Defined Certificate of Sponsorship Hartford Care Group Ltd, R (On the Application Of) v Secretary of State for the Home Department Since October 2023, the Home Office has required […]
Employment Case Law Update 2024 Round Up
In this issue of our monthly employment case law update, we round up the most interesting and noteworthy cases for employers from 2024. Given the breadth of developments in employment law during this period, shortlisting cases was a particular challenge, but our monthly case law updates continue to be available on our website for your […]
Latest Developments: Employment Rights Bill
The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) is currently making its way through the legislative process and has now reached the Committee Stage in the House of Commons. As the Bill progresses, it has most recently attracted criticism from the Regulatory Policy Committee (RPC), as we summarise below. A substantial Amendment Paper, spanning 53 pages, has also […]
Employment Case Law Update November 2024
Read on for our monthly digest for employers on upcoming employment law changes and key, recent employment tribunal cases. Holiday Pay Deksne v Ambitions Ltd [2024] EAT 171 In the case of Deksne v Ambitions Ltd, the claimant alleged unlawful deductions from wages due to incorrect holiday pay calculations made by the employer. Initially, […]
Duty to Keep Christmas Parties Harassment-Free
Amidst the festive cheer of the Christmas party season, this year brings an added layer of responsibility for employers: the new duty under the Equality Act 2010 to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment. The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, effective from 26 October 2024, places a legal duty on […]