Pregnancy discrimination case reminder

Pregnancy discrimination case reminder

In the recent case of Ms N Hinds v Mitie Limited, Hinds received £350,000 as a result of the employer’s failure to support Hinds or adhere to their own policy and procedures.This case provides a stark reminder of the risks around pregnancy discrimination.From October...
Increase in SSP for low earners

Increase in SSP for low earners

Those earning below the Lower Earnings Limit (LEL) per week (currently £123 but due to increase to £125 in April) are not currently eligible to receive SSP.When it comes into force, the Employment Rights Bill will give employees the right to claim SSP from the first...