Being denied equality or opportunities at work can be a confusing and upsetting experience. Discrimination in the workplace can emerge in many situations, from being passed over for promotion to [...]
Discrimination happens when you are denied an opportunity or equal treatment because of your race, gender, disability, nationality, age, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy and maternity or religion. These are [...]
There’s nothing worse than getting called into your boss’ office, only to be told your services are no longer required. Whether the company feels you’ve made a mistake, failed to [...]
Working as an employee for any company comes with a lot of great benefits, including a steady salary, financial stability, the support and (hopefully!) friendship of a team, and many [...]
March Fit for Work Scheme Ends The government announced the scrapping of the ‘Fit for work’ assessment scheme in December 2017. Launched three years previously, the scheme consisted of a [...]
Supreme Court has ruled that workplace tribunal fees are unlawful. This ruling is "a major victory for employees everywhere". The Supreme Court found the employment fees are indirectly discriminatory because [...]
The long-awaited Taylor Review of modern employment practices emerged yesterday, and was introduced at a press conference hosted by Prime Minister Theresa May, who “promised to look at its recommendations, [...]
There are more women in the workplace, who are aged 45+, than ever before. However, there is still a sort of taboo around the word ‘menopause’ and people can feel [...]
Beeston Shenton Solicitors are delighted to announce an expanded range of services, having recently added Employment Law to their long list of specialisms. Employment Law joins existing long-standing legal services [...]
At the turn of every new year inevitably there are some significant employment law changes, and 2017 is no different especially amid the ongoing uncertainty resulting from the Brexit referendum. Below we have provided a brief overview of what both employers and employees can expect.
