Flexible working finds support from UK court rulings via @FT
I never quite understand the media. There is nothing remotely surprising about these cases. The law hasn’t moved an inch! The new right to request is no more than an augmentation on current law. https://t.co/srBeDgkENs
Lawmakers aim to quash #MeToo-style gagging clauses that silence workplace abuse via @FT
We already have essentially adopted this in the UK. Trying to gag victims just won’t work. https://t.co/Mi4YRoXO2I
https://t.co/cL95lwbe9P - The Government has recently announced its response to the consultation on strengthening anti-sex harassment laws, further details below.
"Game changing" for the beautiful game, Rebecca Burford (https://t.co/OrqIC7bhme)
Please read Rebecca’s great comment piece on the news that Alex Scott will be featured in FIFA 22.
COVID-19 Vaccination – can an employer make it compulsory for employees? | Charles Russell Speechlys- As we move closer to “freedom day” please read my latest guide on the issue of mandatory vaccinations and related issues. https://t.co/ShtLBKPF24
UK ethnic pay gap needs mandatory reporting, say business and unions via @FT
This should be brought in ASAP. There is a voluntary framework already in existence, so there is no reason not to get started in this area. https://t.co/rO1qmqooll
BrewDog’s ethical status at risk over allegations of ‘rotten culture’
https://t.co/WOCfy5vlQG
Another powerful reminder of the power of group. A collective whistle blow has so much more force than a single complainant. These kind of actions are on the rise. Bad employers beware!
Please see the excellent article by Anne-Marie and Anisha in our team on the thorny issue of compulsory vaccinations for staff - https://t.co/dTysVoGfyK
Defiant PM digs in over Patel bullying
https://t.co/sAn3HUavGf - A huge misstep by Boris in national anti-bullying week. Any employment lawyer worth his salt will tell you that effect is as important as intention in bullying cases. Horrific case of double standards.
As DSARs continue to feature heavily in disputes between employees and their employers please take a look at our note on the overdue Guidance issued by the ICO which clarifies when a request can be refused and also when a fee can be requested.
https://t.co/crIZx6GONL
@JWilliamsLawyer We have come a long way since Lawrie McMenemy’s Barbican but the truth is that low alcohol drinks are still, in the main, to be kept in the cupboard with the Creme de Menthe and cherry brandy...can’t see the trend lasting somehow..
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Great article written by Nick Hilbourne, Associate Editor of Legal Futures on our new multi-disciplinary service R4, which combines legal expertise with specialist HR, PR and counselling services. https://t.co/RrS2S4McOP