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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The number of employment tribunal cases awaiting a hearing or decision reached 50,518 at the end of 2022, according to new research. According to HM Courts & Tribunals Service records this was up from 47,041 in …
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Barnardo’s has reported on the action it has taken following an investigation into a failure in their fundraising department’s leadership to adequately address a racist and discriminatory culture. In 2021, an independent investigation found racist and …
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