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EAT Rules on Unless Orders and Costs Applications in Sivanandan v IOPC & Penna PLC

The EAT has ruled on whether 'unless orders' can apply to cost applications. The case: Sivanandan v Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) & Penna PLC.

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Whyte & Mackay Face Tribunal Appeal Over Constructive Dismissal and Disability Discrimination

The Employment Appeal Tribunal has reviewed a case between Danny Duployen and Whyte & Mackay Ltd concerning constructive dismissal and disability discrimination.

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School Worker's Dismissal Over Facebook Posts Ruled Unlawful Discrimination

Kristie Higgs' dismissal by Farmor's School over Facebook posts has been ruled unlawful discrimination. The Court of Appeal sided with Higgs.

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British Council Wins Appeal Against Re-Engagement Order in Unfair Dismissal Case

EAT allows British Council's appeal against re-engagement order for unfairly dismissed ex-director, finding original tribunal erred in its approach.

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EAT Dismisses NHS Trust's Holiday Pay Appeal: Premature Challenge to Calculation Method

An NHS trust's challenge to a tribunal's holiday pay calculation method has been rejected by the Employment Appeal Tribunal. The EAT found the appeal premature as the final pay amount remains undetermined.

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EAT Overturns Pregnancy Discrimination Award Due to Flawed Injury to Feelings Assessment

In Shakil v Samsons Limited, the EAT found the tribunal's assessment of injury to feelings lacking, failing to properly apply Vento guidelines and consider the claimant's pregnancy. The case has been remitted to a new tribunal.

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