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Discrimination -gendered swear words

The recent case of Fischer v London United Busways ET/2300846/2021, demonstrates that a use of a gender swearword could amount to discrimination. Miss Fischer is a trans woman who worked…

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Employer failed to make reasonable adjustments for dyspraxia

In the recent case of AECOM Ltd v Mallon [2023] EAT 104, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) found that the employer was under a duty to make reasonable adjustments for…

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ACAS: Sickness absence management

In July 2023, ACAS updated its guidance on managing sickness absence in the workplace. The guidance covers a range of topics including: Here are some tips for employers from the…

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“Midlife MOT’s” for employees over 50

The Department for Work and Pensions are encouraging employers, mainly small and medium sized companies to offer so- called midlife MOT’s to help keep and support employees aged 50 and…

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Gender pay gap data published

The Office of National Statistics releases annual statistics on differences in pay between women and men by age, region, fulltime and part time status and occupation, as compiled from its…

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Default flexible working to close gender pay gap

On 23 November 2023, the Fawcett Society published its findings in a report, ‘Equal Pay Day 2023: Making flexible working the default’. The report notes that, at the current rate…

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Supporting new mothers at work

The Fawcett Society has published an employer’s guide on supporting new mother at work. The suggestions for employers include: Click here for further guidance  Paths to Parenthood: Uplifting Mothers at…

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Discrimination for gender critical views

The tribunal upheld claims by a former professor against her employer, the Open University of direct discrimination, harassment, victimisation, and constructive dismissal in relation to her gender critical beliefs. In…

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ONS: Ethnicity pay gaps

The Office of National Statistics (ONS) released earnings statistics for different ethnic groups, using data from the Annual Population Survey between 2021 and 2022. The ONS suggests that: Click here…

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CIPD: guidance on terminal illness

The CIPD has issued new guidance on supporting and managing employees with terminal illness. Research suggests that only one third of UK organisations have specific provision regarding terminal illness. The…

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Holiday entitlement and pay reforms

The Department for Business and Trade has published guidance on calculating holiday entitlement and holiday pay. The guidance covers the following: Click here for more information Simplifying holiday entitlement and…

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ACAS Code of Practice Flexible Working

Acas has updated its Code of Practice on Flexible Working in light of the Flexible Working legislation. This Code is expected to come into effect in April 2024. Click here…

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Business owners and Morgan LaRoche meet at Cwmpas to discuss succession planning

Thank you very much to everyone who joined us for our event with Cwmpas on Succession Options for Business Owners recently. Catherine Byers of MLR presented on the key aspects of trade…

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Employment Law – Podcasts

Morgan LaRoche Solicitors are pleased offer free bite-sized employment law podcasts that can be listened to on the go, in the car, at your desk or at the gym! All…

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Employment Law Changes 2024

We have put together a quick round up of Employment Law Changes 2024. Holiday Pay The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023 contain important changes on how…

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Rosemary Morgan

Morgan LaRoche is deeply saddened to report the sudden passing of Rosemary Morgan on Friday 12th January. A founder of our practice, Rosemary has been a true inspiration to those…

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In-house training 

Morgan LaRoche are pleased to offer a variety of training courses that can be delivered in-house.  Click here to access our up to date list of courses.  For information about…

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UK Retailers named and shamed for failing to pay NMW

WH Smith, Argos and Marks and Spencer have been named alongside over 200 UK companies for failing to pay the statutory minimum wage to their employees. The list issued by…

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