Workplace mental health adjustments – New ACAS guidance
Mental health is an essential aspect of overall wellbeing, and it affects every aspect of our lives, including our ability to work. As awareness and understanding of mental health issues continue to grow, it is crucial for employers to create a supportive and inclusive workplace that accommodates employees with mental health conditions. To assist…
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5 signs that you’re being overworked
A recent survey commissioned by Visier reported that more than half of employees in the UK believe that they are overworked and feel burnt-out in their jobs. The data shows that young professionals aged between 25-34 feel the most overworked, closely followed by those aged 55 and older. Overall, 40% of the workers who…
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Top BBC presenters offered voluntary redundancy
In recent years, the BBC has faced numerous financial challenges, prompting the organization to make tough decisions to remain financially sustainable. One of the strategies that the BBC has reportedly employed to reduce costs is voluntary redundancies. What is voluntary redundancy? Voluntary redundancies are a way for an organization to reduce its workforce…
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When might I need (or consider) legal help regarding workplace stress? An employee checklist
There are many questions regarding legal action for workplace stress and if/when it can be taken against an employer. In order for a successful legal claim to be awarded, you must legally prove that you have not only suffered workplace stress, but that the stress meets the clinical criteria for a recognised psychiatric condition.…
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April 2023 Case Law Updates
There has been a flurry of important case law decisions recently. Here our Employment team break down another two of these decisions. Document marked ‘without prejudice’ was found to be a valid termination letter Despite being marked ‘without prejudice’, a letter was found to amount as an effective letter of termination for the purposes…
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Junior NHS doctors strikes
More strike action has recently commenced within the NHS as a result of further disputes over pay after the Government have failed to meet the demands of medical unions. The most recent strike action is that of Junior Doctors who are undergoing a 4-day strike, commencing on Monday 10th April. NHS England…
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Firework manufacturer receives hefty fine following fatal explosion
A firework factory has received a £500,000 fine after an employee sadly passed away when a firework ignited in their factory. Brendan Ledgister, who was aged 24 at the time and had become a Father only 8 months prior, was working for Le Maitre Ltd (now LM140121 Limited) making a pyrotechnic composition. However, when…
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Employment Law changes expected in 2023
Further to our recent article on important employment law case law from 2023, there are proposed further changes in 2023 that are proposals and changes to legislation that are important to note for employees and employers. Below is a summary of some of the additional changes that have been proposed and are likely to…
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Vento Guidelines – Annual Update 2023
Employment law in the UK is constantly evolving, and it is important for both employees and employers to stay up to date with any changes or updates to the regulations. One area that has seen recent changes is the Vento guidelines, which relate to the amount of compensation that can be awarded in discrimination…
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