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The tribunal system is at breaking point. An estimated 450,000 people are waiting some form of resolution from a system listing hearings years in advance. Speaking to People Management, Jess Kelleher, our Head of Litigation, shares how incoming day-one rights and extended time limits to bring a claim will only increase the system's struggle to tread water.
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Compliance vs Commerciality
The Employment Rights Bill is set to significantly reshape how organisations manage probation periods, harassment, and redundancy, making early preparation essential. Writing in HRDirector, Rena Christou, Managing Director at Halborns, outlines what employers should prioritise now to stay compliant with the incoming changes, without compromising commercial agility and flexibility.
Read moreBenefits Expert – Top 10 employment law reforms every HR team needs to prepare for
Is your organisation ready for the Employment Rights Bill? With major changes ahead, from day-one rights to changing redundancy rules, it’s crucial to be asking the right questions now. In Benefits Expert, Simon Fowler (CEO, Empowering People Group) and Rena Christou (Managing Director, Halborns) share ten key areas HR should focus on to prepare
Read morePeople Management – Ostracised by colleagues after complaining about sexism awarded more than £1m
A University of Edinburgh professor has been awarded nearly £1.1m after being unfairly dismissed for raising sexism concerns. In People Management, Martin Cornforth, Director of Litigation at Halborns, stresses that policies aren't enough. Employers must take action, support mental health, and respond properly to complaints.
Read morePeople Management – Asda equal pay case could ‘open flood gates’ for other claims
An employment tribunal has ruled that Asda store roles are of equal value to those in its distribution centres, a key step in a long-running equal pay case. Speaking to People Management, Stefan Mars, Head of Legal at Halborns, notes the decision could set a precedent for wider pay equity claims across retail and beyond.
Read morePeople Management – An ‘air kiss’ does not constitute sexual harassment, tribunal rules
A tribunal has ruled that an “air kiss” did not amount to sexual harassment, highlighting the need for a common-sense, case-by-case approach. In People Management, Jess Kelleher, Head of Litigation at Halborns, explains why employers should go beyond policy, training managers, assessing risk and taking consistent action to prevent harassment.
Read morePeople Management – Majority of employers alarmed by new day-one right to unfair dismissal, survey reveals
With day-one unfair dismissal rights and SSP changes looming, many employers are worried about the added burden. In People Management, Stefan Mars, Head of Legal at Halborns, urges a contract review, especially around probation, and better manager training to handle performance and absence.
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