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Hello!
Hello!
Welcome to the May edition of InView
Welcome to the May edition of InView
In this edition, we unpack a landmark Supreme Court ruling confirming that 'sex' under the Equality Act 2010 refers to biological sex. We've developed a toolkit for employers which is free to download, and gives you some practical next steps based on the ruling.
This month we are also looking at how an employer successfully relied on the 'all reasonable steps' defence in a racial harassment case.
Plus, the last few tickets are remaining for our mock investigation event, and we've launched a new webinar focused on harnessing the Insights Discovery model for business resilience. Don't miss out!
Drop us a line if you have any questions or need any support
Until next month,
Jen
This month we are also looking at how an employer successfully relied on the 'all reasonable steps' defence in a racial harassment case.
Plus, the last few tickets are remaining for our mock investigation event, and we've launched a new webinar focused on harnessing the Insights Discovery model for business resilience. Don't miss out!
Drop us a line if you have any questions or need any support
Until next month,
Jen
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New Case Law
New Case Law
Supreme Court rules ‘sex’ in Equality Act 2010 means biological sex
The Supreme Court’s latest ruling on ‘sex’ under the Equality Act is shaking things up. What does it mean for your policies and day-to-day decisions? We’ve created a toolkit to guide you through the changes...
The final whistle: No whistleblowing protection for external job applicants
Can a job applicant be a whistleblower? Not unless they’re joining the NHS. This new Court of Appeal decision draws a firm legal line.
Things aren’t always as they seem: the need to tread carefully where behaviour may have disability as its root cause
Someone’s behaviour might look like misconduct, but what if it’s linked to a disability? Two tribunal cases show just how easily employers can get it wrong.
Employer successfully relies on ‘All Reasonable Steps’ defence in racial harassment case
The “all reasonable steps” defence to harassment succeeded. This case shows what it really takes to meet that bar and what might still fall short.
Referring to non-white colleague by the wrong name found to be race discrimination
A mistaken name – and a successful race discrimination claim.
This recent case is a reminder that even a single incident can have legal consequences, especially where no clear explanation is offered.
This recent case is a reminder that even a single incident can have legal consequences, especially where no clear explanation is offered.
‘Where’s everyone gone’ – the importance of communicating with absent employees
Recent tribunal findings underscore the risks of poor communication with employees during absence. Staying connected is essential to managing potential claims and maintaining trust.
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Latest News
Latest News
The quirky rules surrounding notice pay when an employee is on sick leave during their notice period
The quirky rules surrounding notice pay when an employee is on sick leave during their notice period
Off sick during notice? You might think the pay rules are straightforward, but quirky legal provisions say otherwise.
Right to Work: What to do when you’re unsure
Right to Work: What to do when you’re unsure
When immigration status is uncertain, the right course of action isn’t always clear. Knowing when dismissal is fair and when it risks legal challenge can protect organisations and minimise exposure.
Interim relief in Employment Tribunal cases: What employers need to know
Interim relief in Employment Tribunal cases: What employers need to know
Interim relief can require employers to reinstate or continue paying dismissed employees before a tribunal’s final decision primarily in whistleblowing and union-related cases. Recognising when interim relief applies and preparing accordingly is crucial to mitigating significant financial and operational risks.
Vento Bands - Updated!
Vento Bands - Updated!
The Vento bands are a tiered system used by Employment Tribunals in England and Wales to determine compensation for "injury to feelings" in discrimination and whistleblowing cases. The 2025 update has now taken effect. Jennifer & Suzanne run through what they are, and what are the factors that the employment tribunal will be taking into consideration when deciding an injury to feeling award in our latest piece of video advice.
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Events & Training
Events & Training
Mock Investigation: Power Dynamics, Purse Strings & Third-Party Harassment
Mock Investigation: Power Dynamics, Purse Strings & Third-Party Harassment
Limited spaces left in both locations!
WEBINAR: Harnessing your Staff Personalities for Business Resilience
WEBINAR: Harnessing your Staff Personalities for Business Resilience
Join our Insights Discovery Licensed Practitioners, Annabelle Carey and Beth Armstrong as they explore how to harness the power of personality to build stronger teams and reduce conflict.
NEW DATES: Witness Training
NEW DATES: Witness Training
Facing an employment tribunal can feel pretty intimidating, especially for managers who’ve never done it before. The good news? A bit of preparation goes a long way.
We're running in-person Employment Tribunal Witness Training in Chester and London—and it’s all about building confidence and skills before stepping into the hot seat.
We're running in-person Employment Tribunal Witness Training in Chester and London—and it’s all about building confidence and skills before stepping into the hot seat.
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