The ruling of the European Court of Justice (ECJ) that obesity can constitute a disability could cause real problems for employers, according to Osborne Clarke employment partner Julian Hemming.

Over two thirds (69%) of employees write online reviews of former employers, with over half being of a negative nature, according to research from the CPL talent evolution group.

A group of school-leavers have met deputy prime minister Nick Clegg to discuss the barriers faced by young people as they make the transition into the world of work.

Disgruntled employees could be put off filing false claims after an Employment Appeal Tribunal ruled staff who fabricate allegations against their employers should be ordered to pay the legal costs.

The number of days lost through labour disputes reached 443,600 in 2013, up 79% from 248,800 in 2012, according to a report by the Office of National Statistics (ONS).