The 12-week protection limit for striking workers is gone. If you dismiss someone for taking part in lawful industrial action, it is now automatically unfair — no matter how long the action lasts.
Employer alert: Having good reasons to dismiss isn’t enough Many employers believe that if they have solid grounds to dismiss an employee—such as poor performance, misconduct, or redundancy—they can simply let that person go.
As 2025 draws to a close, now is the time to ensure your business is ready for the significant employment law changes coming in 2026.
As we approach the end of 2025, now is the perfect time to ensure your business is compliant and ready for the changes ahead in 2026.
The Government held talks with trade unions and business representatives to discuss unfair dismissal protections.
Are you watching your best employees leave for opportunities abroad? You’re not alone. One in four UK workers plan to quit their jobs in 2025,
As we move into autumn 2025, many business owners are considering restructuring their companies to adapt to changing market conditions.
When businesses face difficult times, redundancies often become unavoidable. However, what starts as a legitimate redundancy process can quickly turn into an unfair dismissal claim if employers get the selection criteria wrong.
From May 2025, the Employment Tribunal has introduced new rules on how claims (ET1) and responses (ET3) must be presented.
A practical guide for employers navigating complex holiday entitlements
