In today’s world, enabling employees and stakeholders to safely voice concerns through formal and informal channels – and having the infrastructure in place to hear and deal with those concerns – is a cornerstone of good governance, is at the heart of a healthy culture, and can help employers to mitigate the risks arising from workplace activism. Find out more about the importance of having suitable whistleblowing, speak up and listen up arrangements on our dedicated “ListenUp!” webpage.
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Workplace activism is increasingly becoming a defining feature of the workplace – particularly for the tech sector which has been fertile ground for cases of high-profile activism over the years. Read more about this and other issues impacting the tech sector in our mid-year update.
25 April 2024 //
The EU Platform Work Directive will set new standards for gig economy workers on employment status, algorithmic management and data protection.
21 March 2024 //
Labour’s proposed race equality act has thrown a spotlight on the dormant dual discrimination provisions of the Equality Act 2010. Would enacting these provisions plug a gap in legal protection?
12 March 2024 //
How much has changed in financial services in five years? Not much, according to the Sexism in the City inquiry.
8 March 2024 //
On International Women’s Day, we reflect on some of the key developments towards gender equality across the UK and Europe.
5 March 2024 //
FTSE Women Leaders Review 2024 reveals less than 2% more female CEOs now than 2011.
7 February 2024 //
An IMF report predicts that AI will lead to widespread job losses and greater inequalities. What does this mean for employers?
5 February 2024 //
Non-compete clauses are back in the spotlight as a new report by the Competition and Markets Authority finds that more than a quarter of workers are subject to them.
31 January 2024 //
The Ministry of Justice has launched a consultation proposing to reintroduce tribunal fees. What should employers be aware of?
29 January 2024 //
2024 is shaping up to be a key year for employment law. We highlight the policy updates for the HR agenda over the coming year.