by Magara Law | Mar 22, 2025 | Advice for all, Employment Tribunal, HR Advice
‘Without Prejudice’ Communications The ‘without prejudice’ rule is a fundamental aspect of UK employment law that prevents statements made in a genuine attempt to settle an existing dispute (whether made in writing or orally) from being admissible...
by Magara Law | Mar 4, 2025 | Advice for all, Employment Tribunal, HR Advice
Dr. Jenifer Fraser has won an unfair dismissal case against St Mary and St Peter Church in Staines, Surrey, after being let go from her role as Director of Music in June 2020. An employment tribunal found her sacking to be “manifestly unfair” and handled in an...
by Magara Law | Mar 4, 2025 | Advice for all, Employment Tribunal, HR Advice
The Labour government has officially dropped its proposed ‘right to switch off’ policy; a key element of its original employment law reform package. The decision marks a significant shift in the party’s approach to workers’ rights as it seeks to balance employee...
by Magara Law | Mar 1, 2025 | Employment Tribunal, HR Advice, Unfair Dismissal
A railway signaller, Michael Knox has been awarded £70,000 for unfair dismissal after being accused of calling a cleaner a “Nazi food thrower” for clearing out the office fridge. The accusation arose after Knox found some of his food on the kitchen counter and...
by Magara Law | Feb 21, 2025 | Advice for all, Discrimination, HR Advice, Pregnancy & Maternity
It would be impossible to delve into the physical and emotional complexities of pregnancy loss in this guidance but we endeavour to address the fact that it is a deeply vulnerable time for all involved. We hope that this guidance provides a deeper understanding for...
by Magara Law | Feb 7, 2025 | Discrimination, HR Advice
A recent survey by an inclusion consultancy has shed light on the significant challenges faced by neurodivergent employees in the United Kingdom. The survey included responses from 601 neurodivergent employees and covered topics such as recruitment processes, support...
