Voluntary redundancy – could an employee still claim unfair dismissal?
Although voluntary redundancy is often regarded as lower risk than compulsory redundancy, there are still traps for the unwary employer.
Re-instatement following dismissal: could it happen?
Like hurricanes in Hertfordshire, reinstatement, or reengagement, hardly ever happens as a consequence of a successful employment tribunal claim for unfair dismissal.
Is the ‘new normal’ hindering Workplace Equality?
Continuing with our focus this month on women and inequalities in the workplace, a summary of new guidance from Leaders as Change Agents (LACA) has been produced to help employers and employees address these inequalities.
Fire and Rehire: Game over?
The COVID-19 pandemic has required all of us to adapt quickly to a changing business landscape. For many businesses, the financial struggle caused by the economic downturn, has precipitated a need to consider making changes to the terms on which they employ their staff.
Supporting our local community at Christmas
Christmas is a difficult time for many people and this year the strain will be particularly hard on those with low incomes.
Algorithms in the workplace – another stealthy cause of discrimination?
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) drives ever more of our interactions with services.
It’s a privilege – or is it?
For fans of Hollywood, you may recognise the term “Attorney-Client Privilege” bandied around in many a legal thriller.
Reinstatement and Re-Engagement
Joanne Sefton explains what other lawyers won't tell you about reinstatement after tribunal.
Our Take: The Augar Review
As specialists in employment law for FE Colleges, we give our take on the Augar report.
Suspension – the hot take
We reflect on the issues that arise from suspension - the hot take and hot tips.