From 26 October 2024, employers will be under a new duty to “take reasonable steps” to prevent the sexual harassment of their employees.
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The “four-day week” has received voluminous media coverage recently. While there is already a statutory right to request such an arrangement, it is likely that the Government will attempt to make it more burdensome for employers to refuse such requests.
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Employers are increasingly aware of the importance of supporting employees’ mental health. There are often good business reasons for doing this, but there is also a legal duty to make reasonable adjustments where the individual’s mental health condition causes them to qualify as disabled.
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It is important to take legal advice on any prospective dismissal, since employees enjoy various legal protections depending on the type of dismissal, their length of service, and a number of other factors.
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