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Metroline Wins Appeal: Bus Driver's Unfair Dismissal Ruling Overturned

Metroline Travel Ltd successfully appealed an unfair dismissal ruling concerning a bus driver involved in a physical altercation. The Employment Appeal Tribunal cited errors in the original tribunal's assessment.

Nick Mar 10, 2025 public

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Tribunal Upholds Transfer of Multiple Discrimination Claims Despite Procedural Errors

The Employment Appeal Tribunal upheld the transfer of multiple discrimination claims, despite errors in procedure, emphasising fair case handling.

Nick Mar 7, 2025 public

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Eddie Stobart Wins Appeal: Maternity Rights Compensation Reduced

Eddie Stobart Ltd successfully appealed an Employment Tribunal's compensation award to a former employee. The payout for hurt feelings related to maternity rights was deemed excessive.

Nick Mar 7, 2025 public

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Employment Tribunal Cannot Reject Claim Solely Due to Missed ACAS Conciliation

The EAT found an Employment Tribunal erred in rejecting a claim due to a missed ACAS early conciliation, emphasising focus on the claims merits.

Nick Mar 4, 2025 public

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Labour Ditches 'Right to Switch Off' Law in Pro-Business U-Turn

Labour scraps the "right to switch off" law, a key workers' rights pledge. The U-turn aims to ease burdens on businesses and boost economic growth.

Nick Mar 2, 2025 public

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Tokyo's 4-Day Workweek Gamble: New Hope?

Tokyo is launching a radical 4-day workweek experiment to combat declining birth rates and an aging population. Learn about the plan, its potential benefits, and the cultural hurdles it faces. Will this bold move reshape Japan's future?

Nick Mar 1, 2025 public

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