Ask the right question – disability and occupational health advice

In Donelien v Liberata UK Limited the Court of Appeal confirmed that an employer is entitled to place "great weight" on occupational health's advice when assessing whether an employee is disabled.

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All work and no pay – standby time at home was working time

In Ville de Nivelles v Matzak the CJEU found that standby time spent at home was working time, because the restrictions placed on the worker had a significant impact on his ability to pursue his own activities. But that did not automatically mean he was entitled to be paid for the on call time.

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Going up – increase in tribunal compensation limits4

The government has announced increases in unfair dismissal compensation limits for dismissals taking place on or after 6 April 2018.

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Women and Equalities Committee launch sexual harassment inquiry

The House of Commons Womens and Equalities Committee has launched an inquiry into sexual harassment in the workplace, following a one-off evidence session in January.

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