When a Tanzanian employee was told not to speak Swahili at work, his employer faced serious consequences. This tribunal case highlights key lessons for employers on discrimination and workplace culture.
This article explores how to manage capability and sickness absence issues fairly and lawfully for short‑service employees.
A KFC franchise has been ordered to pay £66k in a race discrimination case. Our case study explains what happened and the key takeaways for employers.
The Employment Rights Bill 2025 has now passed into law, receiving Royal Assent on 18 December 2025 and becoming the Employment Rights Act 2025 (“ERA 2025”). Employers should start preparing now to ensure compliance.
A Lidl deputy store manager has won an employment tribunal after being unfairly dismissed for using a pallet truck without authorisation. The tribunal ruled that Lidl failed to follow a fair process and did not make reasonable adjustments for the claimant’s ADHD, breaching the Equality Act 2010.
Workplace culture isn’t a slogan—it’s what employees experience daily. Learn practical ways to build an authentic culture that boosts engagement and retention.
HR teams are rethinking workplace policies as neurodiversity awareness grows. Learn the legal duties under the Equality Act 2010 and practical steps to support neurodiverse employees.
The Employment Appeal Tribunal has ordered a rehearing in a case examining employer liability for sexual harassment outside work. The decision could have significant implications for how workplace boundaries are defined under the Equality Act 2010, particularly when incidents occur off-site or beyond normal working hours.
A tribunal has ruled that a warehouse worker was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against due to disability. Learn how Machins can help manage legal risks.
The new Employment Bill brings significant reforms to strengthen protections for workers. From day-one dismissal rights to enhanced sick pay and flexible working, these changes aim to improve workplace standards and security for employees across various industries. Discover how these updates could impact your rights and responsibilities as both employers and worker