Sex & Pregnancy Discrimination

Could not saying hello to a colleague break employment law? 

16 October 2024

Potentially, but not likely if there is no pattern or ulterior motive to this. As can been seen from the case described below, the wider circumstances will usually be important in deciding whether the conduct in question was improper or unlawful.   The Telegraph (subscription may be required) leads with the statement “Not saying hello to a […]

Update – Discrimination Arising From Disability 

16 October 2024

In the case of South Gloucestershire Council v Ms Pavandeep Hundal, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) considered an Employment Tribunal’s (ET) decision on whether Ms Hundal’s contract was terminated for a discriminatory reason.  Ms Hundal started this work on a fixed term contract, but it was expected she would become a permanent employee.  There were […]

EHRC publishes new guidance to support disabled workers with hybrid working

14 October 2024

EHRC publishes new guidance to support disabled workers with hybrid working The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published new guidance on supporting disabled workers with hybrid working. The guidance is aimed at helping managers and leaders at small and medium-sized employers to understand their legal obligations and gives guidance on the practical steps […]