Believe it or not, Industrial Tribunals (as they were then called) were supposed never to have lawyers in them. The idea was there would be quick and simple resolution of workplace disputes on the … [Read more...] about Chat GPT v Justice: Ireland fights back. England, please copy.
Unfair dismissal shake-up: preparing for unlimited compensation claims?
UPDATED 11 & 12 DECEMBER 2025 In a move with huge implications for UK businesses, the Government is looking to remove the cap on compensation for unfair dismissal at the same time as reducing … [Read more...] about Unfair dismissal shake-up: preparing for unlimited compensation claims?
How to square ‘Day One Rights’ with a probationary period – a modest proposal
For UK employment lawyers, these few weeks at the end of the Summer and the beginning of Autumn are the calm before the storm. Labour has promised an Employment Bill within 100 days of taking office. … [Read more...] about How to square ‘Day One Rights’ with a probationary period – a modest proposal
The Forward March of Labour, facilitated?
Labour has radical plans for employment rights. Britain's bosses so far appear to be turning a blind eye. It might cost them a lot of money. In 1998 the then Labour government issued a Green … [Read more...] about The Forward March of Labour, facilitated?
AI and HR: the UK Government is getting ready, but is UK business?
At the risk of sounding like clickbait, here's how you can get 10% richer. Use AI. OK, I generalise, but it is estimated that the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence by government and … [Read more...] about AI and HR: the UK Government is getting ready, but is UK business?
Can I make my staff have the vaccine?
Right now, unless you run a care-home or you're the NHS, no. In a few months, maybe. Next question please. Sorry. Endless lockdown, endless January are getting to me. And I thought I'd knocked … [Read more...] about Can I make my staff have the vaccine?