Discrimination and sickness absence policies
An employer must be able to justify the specific application of a sickness absence policy in any particular case.
November 22, 2016 No Comments
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EasyJet roster was discriminatory towards breastfeeding mothers
EasyJet’s roster system, which could require cabin crew to work shifts of over 8 hours, was indirectly discriminatory on grounds of sex.
November 22, 2016 No Comments
Asda equal pay claims get a green light
Asda’s female shop-floor workers are able to compare themselves to their male colleagues in the distribution centres for the purposes of an equal pay claim.
November 22, 2016 No Comments
Further decision on Northern Ireland ‘gay cake’ case
A Christian bakery’s refusal to bake a cake bearing a message in favour of legalising same-sex marriage was discriminatory.
November 22, 2016 No Comments
Employment law lessons from Hillary Clinton
Employment Law News Employment law lessons from Hillary Clinton There can be little doubt that Donald Trump’s victory was assisted by the scandal surrounding Hillary
November 9, 2016 No Comments
Uber drivers are workers, not self-employed
Employment Law News Uber drivers are workers, not self-employed Uber drivers in London have been found to be workers of the company rather than self-employed
October 31, 2016 No Comments
A view from the Chair of the Employment Lawyers Association
Employment Law News A view from the Chair of the Employment Lawyers Association I write this column in the aftermath of the political conference season.
October 25, 2016 No Comments
“Overqualified” or too old for the job?
It’s common knowledge that some employers try to recruit in their own image (whether lawful or not). Job advertisements and person specifications can be used to pinpoint particular demographics, and in particular, certain age groups. Advertising for a candidate who is active, energetic and computer-savvy? Chances are, you’re looking to hire someone young.
October 12, 2016 No Comments
Regulators provide much needed clarity around new regulatory references regime
If you work in a senior role in banking or insurance the chances are that you will be familiar by now with at least some of the principles of the senior managers’ regulatory regimes, introduced earlier this year.
October 12, 2016 No Comments
Being a whistleblowing champion
The past decade has not been a halcyon one for financial services. The collapse of Lehman Brothers and PPI misselling are two scandals which have contributed to one of the most turbulent periods in the industry’s history.
October 5, 2016 No Comments
Is employment law due an upgrade?
Arpita Dutt and Paul McAleavey take a look at the state of employment law following Deliveroo’s recent pay rows.
October 5, 2016 No Comments
Jumping ship: Partners and fee earners first!
Employment Law News Jumping ship: Partners and fee earners first! There are few matters that are more likely to make your Managing Partner wake
October 5, 2016 No Comments
