Businesses rejecting ‘maternity-age’ candidates

As the government pledges to increase rights for pregnant women at work, new research reveals discrimination against ‘maternity-age’ women

Government maternity discrimination plans receive mixed reaction

The government has set out new proposals to protect pregnant women and new parents, as thousands of workers with children face job loss and discrimination

Is veganism a protected characteristic?

A case brought by Jordi Casamitjana against the League Against Cruel Sports (LACS) tests the boundaries of the Equality Act 2010

What to do when facing bullying claims

The question is not how to prevent claims by employees, but how to prevent bullying and harassment in the workplace in the first place

Legal lowdown: Religious employers and employees' private lives

A recent case raises important issues about the overlap between an employee’s private and professional life

Supporting someone back to work after a brain injury

Employers need to know how to make this transition as smooth and supportive as possible

Don’t let tattoos colour your judgement

Acas recently asked employers that ban visible tattoos to reconsider their approach, but what's the legal stance?

Do CBI's plans risk "throwing the baby out with the bath water"?

Experts weigh in on the Confederation of British Industry (CBI)'s maternity leave extension plans

Why is maternity discrimination on the rise?

Unscrupulous employers may be taking advantage of new parents that can’t afford to challenge them

MPs call for greater protection for pregnant workers

There has been a ‘shocking’ increase in workplace pregnancy discrimination over the past decade

Suspicions of terrorist activity: An employer's guide

What should employers do if they spot suspicious behaviour, and how should they balance the risk of doing nothing with getting it wrong?

Supporting transgender employees

We may only be in July, but 2015 could be known as the year that transgender issues became mainstream. People like Caitlyn Jenner, Laverne Cox & Kellie Maloney have undoubtedly increased public...