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Understanding the right to be accompanied
A recent case highlights the current technicalities around a worker’s right to be accompanied. In the case of Wolfe v Taka Mayfair Ltd, Wolfe was the Head Sommelier at the Taka Mayfair restaurant in London. He was called in for a meeting with the owners at...
Unlawful harassment claims related to race comments dismissed
Amy Reeves vs Kier LtdAmy Reeves started as a Commercial Administrator with Kier Ltd on a 12-month fixed-term contract from November 2024 to November 2025. Reeves described herself as being British and Jamaican and, during her time at the Company, reported...
Changes to right to work check requirements for employers
After the Royal Assent was given to the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 back in December 2025, employers will face further requirements and liabilities for right-to-work checks within the workplace from the 1st October 2026. Namely, the...
How should you handle a resignation during a disciplinary?
Employees resigning shortly before or during a disciplinary process is not unusual. However, an employee’s resignation does not always bring disciplinary proceedings to an end. Employers should weigh up the situation and any potential risks before...
New restrictions on zero-hours contracts
New restrictions on 'exploitative' zero-hours contractsThe Employment Rights Act 2025 stops short of banning zero-hours contracts, but new restrictions will be introduced.The Government are consulting on the proposed changes to zero-hours contracts, and...
Sexual Harassment – Strengthened Rights
Strengthened Rights from October 2026 The Employment Rights Act 2025 enhances the duty to prevent sexual harassment from the 30th October 2026 by requiring an employer to take ‘all’ reasonable steps to prevent harassment (currently it is “reasonable...






