Protected Beliefs vs Offensive Views: When Can You Dismiss an Employee?
September 30, 2026
In the case of Miller v University of Bristol [EA-2024-000324-RS] the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) confirmed that an
Sham Redundancy Costs Employer £118,223: What Went Wrong
September 28, 2026
In the case of Andrew Blyth v Clockwork Group Holdings Limited (8000899/2026, the Employment Tribunal in Scotland found
Can employees be personally named in a disability discrimination claim?
September 28, 2026
The recent case of Merriman v 1st Staff Limited and Others [2026] EAT 128 is a useful reminder that disability discrimin
Dismissing Senior Executives After 1st January 2027
September 23, 2026
What's Changing? From 1 January 2027, the rules around dismissing senior executives will change significantly, meaning f
The Invisible Workforce: What Employers Need to Know for Carer’s Week
June 10, 2026
The theme for Carer’s Week this year is 'Building Carer-Friendly Communities'. This is particularly important in the wor
Employment status and the Gettaxi case
October 30, 2025
Employment law recognises three statuses; self-employed, worker, and employee. This status matters because it determines
TUPE: when it applies and why employers need to know
September 25, 2025
TUPE stands for the Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment Regulations. The main purpose of the regulations i
Notice periods and pitfalls for employers to avoid
September 25, 2025
Whether the employee resigns or the employer dismisses the employee, notice usually needs to be given to end the employm
Enforcing non-compete clauses
April 7, 2025
Losing a key senior employee is a headache for any business. In addition to having to replace them and manage the transi
Understanding Dismissal Types: An Employer’s Guide
September 16, 2024
It is always disappointing when an employee does not perform as anticipated, or when the relationship has turned sour, a
Departing employees and non-compete clauses; an employer’s guide
September 4, 2024
An employee builds up valuable knowledge and contacts during the time that they work for you. This knowledge can include









