Discrimination law | Sharp rise in 'protected beliefs' tribunal cases puts HR on notice

Employment tribunal cases involving ‘protected beliefs’ have risen 380% over the past five years. According to an analysis by employment law firm TWM Solicitors, such cases rose from just six instances in 2021 to 29 in 2025.

Protected belief cases involve employees alleging they were discriminated against, harassed or victimised at work because of religious or philosophical beliefs protected under the Equality Act 2010.