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?
Menopause Action Plans – a new milestone on the Employment Rights Bill roadmap
The beginning of July saw the release of a 'roadmap' for implementing the Employment Rights Bill (ERB), with phased implementation of a range of measures for employers – including the introduction of … [Read more...] about Menopause Action Plans – a new milestone on the Employment Rights Bill roadmap
The year 2025 begins with good news for employers: German employment contract evidence requirement greatly simplified and now possible electronically
Shortly before the German "traffic light government" collapsed, it actually passed a significant simplification for everyday HR work: As of 1 January 2025, employers will be able to send the essential … [Read more...] about The year 2025 begins with good news for employers: German employment contract evidence requirement greatly simplified and now possible electronically
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?
Tesco employee wins nearly £50,000 in sex discrimination case
A male Tesco worker has received nearly £50,000 for sex discrimination, after supervisors told him that a "big man" like him could not be frightened by a "little pregnant woman". The employee's … [Read more...] about Tesco employee wins nearly £50,000 in sex discrimination case