New EHRC guidance on sexual harassment: what does it mean for employers?
As high-profile cases hit the headlines, the body sets out steps businesses should take ahead of new preventative duty
Quarter of mothers unwillingly quit work because of childcare, UN report finds
As survey finds a further 26 per cent of working mums were forced to reduce their hours for the same reason, experts say having supportive policies ‘on paper’ is not enough
Fewer than half of employees have flexible working hours, research reveals
With the focus on remote working in recent years, experts say workers place high importance on autonomy over when they work, as well as where
Inclusive hiring falling down the agenda for employers, REC research finds
Experts fear ‘common sense’ around EDI has been lost following ‘unhelpful rhetoric’ in the media and from politicians
Employers unprepared for upcoming sexual harassment legislation, survey finds
Lawyers urge businesses to start preparing now ahead of Worker Protection Act coming into force next month
UK lagging behind in attracting skilled foreign workers, research finds
Experts say lack of interest in highest-paid jobs from abroad down to ‘hostile’ attitudes to immigration and new visa rules
Pregnant account manager called ‘emotional and tearful’ by boss has tribunal payout increased to £350k
Claimant’s remedy for discrimination boosted nearly tenfold following extra information on loss of earnings, as judge describes comments as ‘dismissive and belittling’
Tipping Act: what employers need to know
People Management speaks to legal and employment experts about the impending law to ensure the fair and transparent distribution of tips
Tesco not allowed to use ‘fire and rehire’ against staff, Supreme Court rules
Lawyers say decision is a ‘significant warning’ against using the tactics and shows the ‘pendulum of rights is swinging in favour of employees’
Looming employment law reforms putting businesses off hiring, research finds
Experts say companies are hesitant because of fear of disruption and unforeseen challenges, but with the right support they can ‘adapt and even thrive’