2 mins
28 Oct 2026
Reasonable adjustments: Can managers and HR be personally liable?
A recent decision of the Employment Appeal Tribunal considers whether individual decision makers on reasonable adjustment requests can be personally liable.
More
Employment blogs
Our employment law blog provides insight on the latest legal and policy decisions affecting employers and those in a senior human resources role.
Results: 384 items
4 mins
27 Oct 2026
HR involvement in disciplinary decisions: when does advice become influence?
The Employment Appeal Tribunal’s (EAT) decision in Shing v University of the Arts London [2026] provides useful clarification on a difficult question for employers: how far can HR become involved in a disciplinary decision without compromising the fairness of the process?
More
3 mins
27 Oct 2026
Revised timelines for 2027 employment law reforms
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (“ERA 2025”) will significantly restrict dismissal and re-engagement practices, making it more difficult to dismiss an employee and offer to re-employ them on different contractual terms. These reforms are now expected in March 2027, rather than January.
More
4 mins
13 Oct 2026
Changing employment terms from 2027: A riskier business?
What the 2027 fire and rehire reforms mean for employers changing contractual terms, and how to manage the increased risks.
More
6 mins
13 Oct 2026
Beyond the headlines: What Next’s equal pay appeal means for retail and other employers
The EAT’s decision in Next v Thandi offers practical guidance for employers on evidencing and reviewing pay differences across workforces.
More
4 mins
07 Oct 2026
Are you ready for the next wave of employment law reform?
Significant changes to employment law are coming on 30 October 2026. We consider the key changes and takeaways.
More
2 mins
01 Oct 2026
Key updates to the October ERA reforms
Employers will need to be prepared for the October Employment Rights Act reforms, including updates on trade union rights and harassment claims.
More
7 mins
01 Oct 2026
ERA 2025 checklist: October reforms
Preparing for the Employment Rights Act October 2026 changes? Here's a handy checklist for employers and employees.
More
2 mins
08 Sep 2026
When a flawed appeal process makes a dismissal unfair
Learn how flaws in a dismissal appeal process can make a dismissal unfair and what employers can do to reduce legal risk.
More
3 mins
01 Sep 2026
Rethinking workplace disputes: Acas proposes a revised code
Acas has published a revised draft disciplinary and grievance code, placing greater emphasis on early, informal resolution. Learn what it means for employers.
More
3 mins
01 Sep 2026
Supreme Court ruling on part-time worker discrimination
The Supreme Court has clarified the test for part-time worker discrimination. We explain the ruling and what employers should do next.
More
3 mins
28 Aug 2026
Workplace access for trade unions: The final framework takes shape
As we get nearer to October 2026, employers are continuing to prepare for potential requests from trade unions to access their workplaces.
More