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Employee forums – what are their benefits and will they be affected by the ERA trade union reforms?
The Employment Rights Act 2025 strengthens trade union rights, prompting employers to review how employee voice is heard across their organisations. This article explores the role of employee forums, how they can work alongside trade unions, and the practical considerations for creating effective, trusted and representative forums.
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Sexual orientation harassment against gay man during charity fancy-dress day
A sexual orientation discrimination case examining harassment during a work‑related social event and the limits of “banter” in …
Sexual harassment: business owner insisted on “playing cupid” between staff
A case examining whether an employer acted unfairly by refusing to allow a probationary employee to be accompanied …
Right to be accompanied: employer fails to allow probationer to have companion at dismissal meeting
A case examining whether an employer acted unfairly by refusing to allow a probationary employee to be accompanied …
Data skills gap leads to 26 days a year in lost productivity
A data skills gap among workforces is causing businesses to lose 26 days a year in productivity, new …
Paternity leave and pay: How the UK measures up globally
Not all fathers enjoy the same paternity leave and pay entitlements. In fact, some countries do not provide …
Half of retail workers could quit this winter
Half of retail employees in the UK are at risk of leaving their jobs this winter, according to …
Tips for increasing deskless employee engagement
What can organisations do to increase deskless employee engagement? Sue Willcock has some suggestions for supporting crucial but …
Labour Government employment law changes likely to impact HR
The UK has a new Government – what are the implications for the people profession? In this resource, …
General election 2024 party policies
The general election will take place on Thursday 4 July. If you are still undecided on who to …
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