Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – new update
The pace of updates on the Furlough Scheme shows no sign of slowing down and with the claims portal now open, new questions are coming in thick and fast. Here’s another round-up.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – the latest
Believe it or not, since last week we’ve had two more updates in the guidance for the Job Retention Scheme. Some significant changes follow, including now allowing very new employees into the scheme.
Employment Law Update April – 2020
You may remember our newsletter in early February setting out what we should expect in April. Little did we know just what was really in store for us all.
Morrisons not liable for malicious data breach
The Supreme Court’s decision that Morrisons is not vicariously liable for the employee’s actions is hugely welcome.
Public Interest in Whistle-blowing v Confidentiality
In another whistle-blowing case, we look at those who misuse their employers' confidential information – but what if they claim to be ‘whistle-blowers’ acting in the public interest?
Bank not liable for alleged sexual assaults
A second case on vicarious liability to be overturned by the Supreme Court, this time relating to sexual misconduct by a medical practitioner.
Charity Entitled to Sack for Reputational Reasons
Workers who are accused of criminal offences are, like everyone else, innocent until proven guilty – but what if keeping them on threatens to cause reputational damage to their employer?
Reasonable Adjustments-Ignorance is No Defence
This case is a salutary reminder to employers to take expert advice early on when considering its obligations towards those with disabilities.
New employer inducing breach of contract?
Anyone who induces an employee to breach his or her contract is guilty of a civil wrong and can expect financial consequences.
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme – Update
With another update from the Government in the last few days, we have some further clarification on the furlough scheme for you.