Dyslexia tribunal sparks discussion on how to support neurodivergent employees

The British Dyslexia Association estimates between 10% to 15% of the UK population has either dyslexia or another learning difficulty.

Tribunal loss for boss who assumed employee’s sexuality

A Manchester man has been awarded damages for harassment on the grounds of his perceived sexual orientation, an employment tribunal has found.

12 months of 2022: August

As we reach the end of the year, our 12 Days of Christmas countdown revisits each month's most notable happenings.

HR horror stories: the blood-curdling problems Peninsula has had to deal with this year

It’s spooky season and no one is safe, not even the world of HR. Whether it’s the horrifying case of the green-eyed monster or safety going up in smoke, HR is always there to solve the mystery.

Fighting the need to be right in conversations about race

It’s been 28 months. You know what I’m talking about. All the black squares and declarations of anti-racism action. All the corporate downcast eyes and solemn faces and promises to do better. 

What not to ask a transgender person

This week is National Inclusion Week, which of course raises the question: how can we improve belonging in the workplace? While it is never appropriate to ask intrusive questions, it is something...

Employers urged to step up as crucial modern slavery role still unfilled

Last week’s appointment of a new home secretary, Suella Braverman, has highlighted a crucial and legally necessary role in the fight against modern slavery still remains vacant.

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Uju Anya backlash on Queen tweet stokes debate on employer brand vs freedom of speech

Uju Anya, a professor at Carnegie Mellon University, has faced controversy online after a series of tweets she posted expressing disdain over the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Rangers fan who claimed football as important as religion loses tribunal

An employee who believed he was discriminated against because of the football team he supports was unsuccessful in his lawsuit against his former employer.

Teaching assistant wins discrimination tribunal after home working snub

A black teaching assistant won £17,000 from an employment tribunal after being denied the ability to work from home during Covid-19 despite her white colleague being allowed to.

Internal Met Police legal cases cost body £1m

The Metropolitan Police has paid out £1.2 million in discrimination claim payouts since 2017, according to a Freedom of Information request.

Domino's Pizza job candidate awarded £4,000 after being asked age

A woman has won £4,250 from a Domino's Pizza store owner in an age discrimination dispute, after being asked her age during an interview.