Tribunals

In the UK, most organisations continue to lean heavily on formal grievance procedures to address workplace concerns. But in today’s evolving professional landscape, marked by hybrid work, complex social issues, and rising employee expectations, this approach is no longer sufficient. A grievance procedure is fundamentally reactive. It waits for something to go wrong. What workplaces […]

When you think of sustainability, your mind might go to reducing energy use, cutting down on plastic, or planting trees. But for UK businesses, it’s not just about going green—it’s about staying legal. A recent case in Aylesbury offers a clear and costly example. Aylesbury Grill House Ltd, a local fast-food outlet, was slapped with

In a recent tribunal case against Asda, an employee, Mr. Lionel Goh, was awarded £29,465.88 due to repeated sex discrimination he faced after being ‘kneed in the backside’ by a colleague. An additional sum of £18,500 was awarded for injury to feelings. The case sheds light on the critical importance of addressing complaints seriously and

Nando’s is currently under intense scrutiny following a violent incident at its Stratford location. An employee was struck with a plate in an unprovoked attack by a customer. The employee’s social media comments and subsequent media coverage have highlighted serious concerns about workplace safety and the effectiveness of both the company’s and law enforcement’s responses.

Recent tribunal case serves as a reminder for UK businesses: ignoring pregnancy discrimination laws can lead to costly, reputation-damaging consequences.  In a South Wales case, administration assistant Nikita Twitchen was awarded nearly £29,000 after her employer dismissed her upon learning of her second pregnancy during maternity leave. The tribunal found the company’s redundancy claims unfounded,