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Algorithms in the workplace - People not Processes

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With increased access to data, we need to see an increased commitment to transparency to show that data is not being misused. To avoid de-humanising their workforce, employers should focus on people and not processes.

P&O redundancies: what are the legal implications?

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The initial dust has settled following P&O’s decision to dismiss almost 800 employees on ferries servicing British ports without engaging in consultation with the employee’s representatives or properly notifying the relevant authorities.

New Statutory Code of Practice for “Fire and Re-Hire”

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The Government have previously been reluctant to introduce legislation to govern the controversial practice of hire and re-hire, but in the wake of P&O Ferries dismissing 800 workers on the spot without any consultation process, they have recently revisited the issue.

Resignations and PILONS: PILON does not convert resignation into dismissal

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Exercising right to make PILON does not convert resignation into dismissal, for now at least…

Employment tribunal compensation limits increase from 6 April

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Legislation setting the annual increase in employment tribunal compensation limits has been laid before Parliament.

Dismissal for raising frivolous and vexatious grievances was fair

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An employer dismissed an employee fairly when it dismissed him for repeatedly raising grievances which it considered to be frivolous and vexatious.

New right to carer’s leave: what employers need to know

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The Government has responded to its March 2020 consultation and confirmed that it will introduce a right for employees to take one week’s unpaid carer’s leave each year.

Furlough: what does it mean for redundancy dismissals?

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A common question we were asked throughout the pandemic was “can we make an employee redundant while they are on furlough?” Initially, a challenging question to answer without any precedent case law to refer to.

Covert CCTV recording in the workplace – is it ever lawful?

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Mr Hancock’s resigned after being filmed in a passionate embrace with Gina Coladangelo! This throws into focus the use of CCTV cameras in the workplace. Can Employers use CCTV recordings in the workplace or is it against the law? Read our informative article which explain what employers need to know to stay compliant.

Why is menopause a workplace issue?

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The menopause can affect the physical and mental health and the wellbeing of a significant proportion of the workforce. What are the legal risks for employers and what should employers do? Do you need a menopause workplace policy? Our specialists can help.