30 Nov 2009

Inappropropriate Imagery

It is reported that Nottinghamshire County Council have disciplined 12 staff following the discovery of “highly inappropriate” material on staff computers, James Stephenson looks at the issues facing employers.

Posted by: James Stephenson

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30 Nov 2009

Beefeaters fired amid discrimination claims

It has been reported that two Beefeaters have dismissed following investigation into allegations of sex discrimination and harassment.

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30 Nov 2009

NAPF Report: Pension Schemes to Close

A recent report by the National Association of Pension Funds (NAPF) indicates that a third of defined benefit pension schemes are to close in the next five years.

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30 Nov 2009

Mediation: The Way Forward?

Judicial Mediation has now been rolled out in Employment Tribunals across the country. Anil Champaneri examines the pros & cons.

Posted by: Anil Champaneri

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27 Nov 2009

Whistleblowing: When is a disclosure protected?

In the recent case of Cavendish Munro v Gedud the Employment Appeal Tribunal clarified what may amount to a protected disclosure under Whistleblowing legislation.

Posted by: James Stephenson

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26 Nov 2009

A belief in Climate Change?

In the much publicised case of Grainger v Nicholson the Employment Appeal Tribunal held that a belief in man made climate change was capable of being a philosophical belief and thus capable of protection under the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003.

Posted by: James Stephenson

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