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Unfair Dismissal Explained: When Is a Dismissal Actually Unfair?
Not every dismissal that feels unfair is unfair in law. Here is what makes a dismissal unfair, who can claim, and how the rules change in 2027.
Can I Be Sacked Without a Written Warning? Here’s What to Do
What happens if your employer decides to let you go without first issuing a written warning?
Employer Withholding Pay After Quitting: Do I Need a Solicitor?
When employment ends, are there any circumstances that an employer can withhold pay from an employee.
How Is a Contract of Employment Terminated? What to Do and When
An employment contract can end in several ways — resignation, dismissal, redundancy, mutual agreement or the expiry of a fixed term. Each has its own rules on notice and fairness, and getting…
What Happens at an Employment Tribunal? A Step-by-Step Guide
An employment tribunal decides disputes between employees and employers, such as unfair dismissal or discrimination. The process runs from Acas early conciliation, through the exchange of claim…
Can My Employer Reduce My Hours? What They Can and Can’t Do
If you employer is looking to reduce your hours, what are you rights? Do you have to agree?
My Employer Hasn't Paid Me: What Should I Do?
If your employer has not paid wages you are owed, this is usually an unlawful deduction from wages. Start by raising it in writing, then through a grievance, Acas, and if needed…
Can My Employer Change My Job Description? Here’s What to Do
Find yourself with a different job description? Here's what to do if your employer makes changes.
Does Employment Law Apply to Contractors: The Simple Guide
This blog offers a simple guide to employment law and contractors and the difference between them.
What is the legal definition of discrimination? We explore this employment topic
In this blog we examine what discrimination in the workplace is and how it is manifested. Establish your rights.
What Is an Employment Settlement Agreement?
A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract that ends an employment dispute or relationship on agreed terms, usually for a payment. To be valid, you must take independent legal advice…