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Christmas parties at work: what to watch out for
If you are lucky enough to work for an employer which still throws a Christmas party (it’s been reported this year that many are cancelling the annual shindig and making a donation to charity instead), then there are various legal… Read on
Shining a light on mental health and well being at work
The government has published a non-binding framework for large employers to report on disability, mental health and well being in their workplaces. This follows a recommendation made by an earlier review into mental health in the workplace (the Stevenson/Farmer review).… Read on
What are my rights as a temporary employee?
Many organisations will be taking on temporary, seasonal workers at this time of year and, while many individuals will just be grateful for the opportunity to earn a bit of extra cash, it’s important for employers to ensure that they… Read on
Part-time worker was treated less favourably than full-timer by British Airways
The Court of Appeal recently ruled that a part-time member of BA’s cabin crew was treated less favourably than her full-time equivalent by being paid only 50% of full-pay for working 53.5 % of her comparator’s hours. Facts In the… Read on
Unfair to dismiss bus driver for failing drugs test
An employment tribunal has ruled that a bus driver was unfairly dismissed when his employer dismissed him for gross misconduct after he failed a drugs test. There were no indications that the driver had been under the influence of drugs… Read on
High number of interns still unpaid
Recent research has shown that over a quarter of graduates in their first few years in the labour market have taken on unpaid internships. The Sutton Trust looked into the problem which is seen as restricting access to certain careers… Read on
ECJ rules foster parents are not workers
The European Court has ruled that work performed by foster parents under contracts with a pubic authority does not fall within the scope of the Working Time Directive (WTD). Consequently, foster parents are not entitled to paid rest periods or… Read on
Addison Lee drivers were workers entitled to NMW and paid holidays
In another important ruling regarding employment status, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has upheld a tribunal’s decision that drivers employed by Addison Lee were not self-employed (as their contracts stated) but, were actually workers providing personal service. The tribunal was… Read on
Gender diversity in the boardroom: FTSE 350 companies need to do more
An independent review aimed at increasing the number of women in board positions at FTSE 350 companies has published its latest report which reveals that these companies need to do more to meet the target of women holding 33% of… Read on
Long-term disability benefits: employer not entitled to dismiss
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has ruled that an employer was not entitled to dismiss an employee who was on long-term sick leave and receiving benefits under a long-term disability scheme. It implied a term into the employee’s contract of… Read on