Chris Hogg outlines the law regarding dismissal of a whistleblower for reasons other than blowing the whistle
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Firing a whistleblower – legally
Improved whistleblowing culture could protect firms against reputational risk
A recent study by Bloomsbury Square Employment Law revealed that a staggering 51 per cent of UK employees do not feel safe or confident disclosing instances of misconduct.
Whistleblowing: what needs to change?
Will Burrows on why better protection is needed for those who report wrongdoing.
What to consider when dismissing a volunteer
Nicola Welchman outlines the potential pitfalls for organisations that need to dismiss someone working voluntarily – and how to avoid them
Staff fear exposing bad bosses
Internal research by us shows that more than half of all UK employees still fear blowing the whistle on illegal work practices. Published in Daily Express.
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If you're facing challenges at work getting top-quality legal advice could be crucial. But how do you find a top employment lawyer who is right for your situation?
As temperatures soar across the UK, many workers may find their offices uncomfortably warm and stuffy. So, what happens when the heat becomes too much? Can you insist on working from home?
A settlement agreement is a legally binding contract between an employer and an employee. It typically brings the employee’s employment to an end and waives employee’s right to legal claims in exchange for a financial payment.
A without prejudice conversation takes place for the purposes of settling a dispute between an employer and an employee.
CV embellishments are common. If a professional chooses to modify aspects of their CV to exaggerate their current or past roles, what distinguishes harmless embellishment from illegal misrepresentation? Our partner, Garvey Hanchard, discusses the complexities of lying on your CV.