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Mum-to-be's demotion shows outdated views on pregnant staff must change

'Shameful' | Mum-to-be's demotion shows outdated views on pregnant staff must change

A firm's decision to demote an expectant mother, before sacking her during her maternity leave, has cost them £38,000 - a loss that should send a stark warning to companies that fail to take pregnancy...
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  • 5 mins read
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Worrying rise in staff excusing bullying & discrimination as 'banter'

'Offensive territory' | Worrying rise in staff excusing bullying & discrimination as 'banter'

Inappropriate workplace “humour” is becoming an increasing risk for employers...
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  • 4 mins read
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HR leaders discuss how YOU can handle Parliament-style sexism & misogyny

EXCLUSIVE | HR leaders discuss how YOU can handle Parliament-style sexism & misogyny

Complaints of widespread sexism and misogyny towards female MPs in Parliament have emerged this week...
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  • 6 mins read
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Boss berated disabled worker for asking staff not to use her modified workspace

'A violation' | Boss berated disabled worker for asking staff not to use her modified workspace

A House of Commons worker was threatened with disciplinary action after asking colleagues to stop using her modified workspace, an employment tribunal...
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  • 5 mins read
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Worker sues firm after 'unwanted' office birthday party triggers panic attack

Mental health | Worker sues firm after 'unwanted' office birthday party triggers panic attack

A worker has sued his former employer after an office birthday party triggered a panic attack...
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  • 5 mins read
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Bank boss had 'no Muslims or Black Africans' hiring policy, tribunal hears

'Toxic environment' | Bank boss had 'no Muslims or Black Africans' hiring policy, tribunal hears

A bank worker was sacked after allegedly making a series of racial slurs in the workplace...
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  • 4 mins read
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Worker called 'good girl' by boss says HR showed 'no concern' over complaints

Tribunal | Worker called 'good girl' by boss says HR showed 'no concern' over complaints

A tribunal has ruled that remarks such as “good girl” in the workplace amount to sexual harassment...
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  • 5 mins read
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Boss 'ignored' multiple sexual harassment claims against 'vulnerable' workers

Chipotle | Boss 'ignored' multiple sexual harassment claims against 'vulnerable' workers

Fast food chain Chipotle subjected young female employees to “egregious and ongoing” sexual harassment so severe that two employees quit their jobs,...
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  • 5 mins read
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How should HR handle an Oscars-style fracas at work?

Will Smith & Chris Rock | How should HR handle an Oscars-style fracas at work?

In its 94-year history, the iconic Oscars (also known as the Academy Awards) ceremony has been the pinnacle of celebrating the professional work of the...
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Woman sacked for taking time off after miscarriage wins legal case

'Profoundly affected' | Woman sacked for taking time off after miscarriage wins legal case

A woman who was sacked for taking time off following a pregnancy miscarriage has been awarded more than £10,000 by an employment tribunal...
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  • 5 mins read
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'Disgusting' mass sacking scandal 'must be a turning point for worker rights'

P&O Ferries | 'Disgusting' mass sacking scandal 'must be a turning point for worker rights'

HR and legal experts have weighed in on P&O Ferries' decision to sack 800 staff via video call, with many questioning the ethics and legality of the...
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  • 7 mins read
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