by Magara Law | Oct 1, 2024 | Discrimination, Employment Law Updates, Employment Tribunal, HR Advice
The Employment Appeal Tribunal confirmed that an employer’s policy to promote only from their ‘talent pool’ was indirectly discriminatory because older workers were significantly under-represented in that Talent Pool. Mrs Ryan’s employer (South West Ambulance...
by Magara Law | Oct 1, 2024 | HR Advice
Background Sexual harassment and misogyny within City firms remain unaddressed due to a pervasive “fear factor” preventing women from speaking out and a lack of trust in human resource departments, a peer has warned MPs. During the launch of the Treasury...
by Magara Law | Oct 1, 2024 | Employment Contracts, HR Advice, Unfair Dismissal
Gross misconduct encompasses a broad spectrum of behaviour that is considered so severe that it justifies immediate termination of employment without notice or payment in lieu of notice. Examples may include theft, fraud, violence, harassment or serious breaches of...
by Magara Law | Oct 1, 2024 | HR Advice
In today’s fast-paced work environment, it’s crucial to recognise that mental health is just as important as physical health. This is especially true for men, who often face unique challenges and stigmas when it comes to discussing mental wellbeing. Here...
by Magara Law | Oct 1, 2024 | Employment Law Updates, HR Advice
The recent amendments to the 2010 Equality Act introduce significant changes aimed at preventing workplace harassment, particularly sexual harassment from 26 October 2024. The new law places a duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment....
by Magara Law | Oct 1, 2024 | Employment Law Updates, HR Advice, Redundancy
Introduction In the UK, employees facing redundancy / being made redundant have several important rights that protect them throughout the redundancy process. These rights are enshrined in employment law, mainly the Employment Rights Act 1996. Act 1996. The law...
