According to a survey of more than 2,000 people in the UK by law firm Irwin Mitchell, around a third those polled have been bullied at work by comments disguised as “banter”. Such bullying was …
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Research by XpertHR has found a significant increase in grievances amongst the 158 organisations it surveyed in Autumn 2022. The top reasons for employee grievances were bullying or harassment (67%), relationships with managers (54%) and …
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A new research paper from the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology which produces impartial briefings for Parliament, has highlighted the challenges facing people with invisible disabilities in employment and higher and further education. The …
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McDonald’s has signed a legally binding agreement with the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) following extensive allegations of sexual harassment at the fast food company. Complaints were raised by the Bakers, Food and Allied …
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A former Weetabix employee has won a constructive dismissal case against the company after resigning twice over his manager’s “profane management style”. The employment tribunal found that Gary Mobbs, former health, safety and environment manager …
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A majority of employers have whistleblowing policies, but lack formal training for those handling whistleblowing claims, a study by compliance services provider Safecall has found. In a survey of HR managers and directors in 222 …
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