Best Unfair Dismissal Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 38: Scheffler Arrest - Key Legal Takeaways; Virgin Atlantic Unfair Dismissal Claims; Klopp & Hayes Departures and Publication of Inclusion at Work Report 26:48

15d ago26:48

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In our latest episode of The Lawdown, Partners Beth Hale and Emma Bartlett, Senior Associate Wonu Sanda and Associate Kia Aoki discuss the following: Scottie Scheffler, the current number one ranked golfer in the world, was arrested and charged with assault of a police officer and three misdemeanours during the PGA Championship. All charges were la…

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The four day working week 32:39

10h ago32:39

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In our latest employment podcast, we are joined by Tatiana Pignon from the Autonomy Institute to discuss a follow up report looking at the longer term effects of a four-day working week pilot which took place in the UK in 2022. Details of the report can be found via this link Making It Stick: The UK Four-Day Week Pilot One Year On - The Autonomy In…

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Setting your employees up for success 15:24

8d ago15:24

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We are often called upon by employers and managers to advise on situations where issues with performance arise with employees, and the manager/employer has reached the end of their patience with the individual. We are also regularly asked by employers about how to manage employees who do not do what is required or are not up to standards. Whilst we…

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Bonus Episode - Prize Draw 10:17

10d ago10:17

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In this episode, I announce the prize winners. www.danielbarnett.com/podcastreviews Congratulations Enka77 on winning the first prize - a place on the Virtual Employment Law Academy www.virtualemploymentlawacademy.com Congratulations to the winners of the second prize, a copy of my Employment Law Handbook - www.employmentlawhandbook.co.uk: James W …

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The AI Employment Bill 25:24

11d ago25:24

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In our latest employment podcast David Hossack is joined by Grace Corby of Cloisters Chambers to discuss the use of AI in employment and the proposed Artificial Intelligence (Regulation and Employment Rights) Bill. As one of the team involved in the drafting of the Bill, Grace is well positioned to cast light on this area. Details of the Bill, whic…

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Employment settlement agreements and future claims 15:26

17d ago15:26

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Lindsey Hill and Charles Pigott discuss two recent cases on the scope of waivers that can validly be included in employment settlement agreements.By Mills & Reeve

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Directors employment rights 24:00

22d ago24:00

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In recent weeks we have been advising several directors (who also happen to be shareholders) of companies where there has been some sort of fall out with fellow directors (and shareholders) leading to that person being dismissed from their role as director and in turn their employment. In this episode 229 of the podcast I bring you a run down of th…

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Adams v Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre: when are gender-critical beliefs protected? 11:39

25d ago11:39

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In our recent podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek look at a recent employment tribunal decision which has attracted a significant amount of publicity, regarding an employee who was dismissed and discriminated against in light of her gender critical beliefs.By David Hossack and Fiona Meek

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S8E10 - Top Tips on Managing Employee Expenses 20:37

1M ago20:37

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In this episode, you'll learn my top seven tips for managing employee expenses. This podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, Policies 2024 and by HR Inner Circle. Leave a review for this podcast before 11 June 2024 and win a prize - www.danielbarnett.com/podcastreviews 🎁 FREE STUFF Employment law updates – www.danielbarnett.com …

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Unfair Dismissal: Frequently Asked Questions? 19:30

1M ago19:30

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Episode 6: Listener questions answered about disciplinary issues & unfair dismissal In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I will answer some of the most frequently asked questions from Employers about how to deal with disciplinary issues and how to avoid a claim for unfair dismissal. This is the final of 6 episodes that focus on all of the key aspe…

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General Election 2024: Labour propose major changes to employment law 27:18

1M ago27:18

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In our latest employment podcast, hosted by David Hossack, Innes Clark and Hayley Johnson discuss the employment law changes that Labour are proposing in the event that they win the general election.By David Hossack, Innes Clark and Hayley Johnson

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Bonus episode: season 9, sponsors and reviews 4:58

1M ago4:58

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Season 9 will launch in the autumn. Please send any suggestions to podcast@danielbarnett.co.uk. If you are interested in sponsoring Season 9, please head over to www.danielbarnett.com/sponsorpodcast for further details. Leave a podcast review before 11 June 2024 to be entered into the prize draw, announced 21 June 2024. Full details of the competit…

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S8E09 - Amending Tribunal Claims 45:56

1M ago45:56

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In this episode Daniel discusses Amending Tribunal Claims with Nathaniel Caiden from Cloisters. You’ll learn… What the law is on amending a claim form, and the relevant of tribunal time limits Whether the Presidential Guidance on time limits is arguably wrong What you should be focusing on when either making, or resisting, an application to amend a…

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S5 Ep 12: HR mistakes you can make without even knowing it 22:46

2M ago22:46

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Send us a Text Message. In our final episode of the season, we again explore some HR mistakes you could be making...without even knowing it! We discuss 5 recruitment themed things and we'll tell you how you can avoid it going too far. Overlooking internal talent Not asking the right interview questions Not being aware of bias (both ways) Not planni…

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Ep. 47 - The latest on reasonable adjustments 15:36

2M ago15:36

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Carrie March and Charles Pigott explore the implications of a key ruling from the Employment Appeal Tribunal on reasonable adjustments and trial periods.By Mills & Reeve

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S8E08 - Drugs & Alcohol in the Workplace 20:11

2M ago20:11

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In this episode, you'll learn: When employer’s can insist on random drug and alcohol testing for employees What to do if someone turns up to work smelling of alcohol Why you can’t automatically dismiss if an employee fails a drug or alcohol test This podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, Policies 2024 and by HR Inner Circle. L…

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S5 Ep11: Special Guest - Martin Wren from NOVA Employment 34:40

2M ago34:40

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Send us a Text Message. It’s interview time again! In this episode, we spoke with Martin Wren, CEO of Nova Employment and it was a great discussion. You will not be able to walk away from this episode without feeling inspired! Nova Employment is a Sydney based disability employment service. They've supported the vocational aspirations of young peop…

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Unfair Dismissal: Compensation & Remedies Episode 5 24:13

2M ago24:13

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In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I will tell you what the compensation could be for an employee who is successful in a claim for unfair dismissal and the other lesser used remedies. This is the fifth of 6 episodes that will focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with di…

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Industrial action and detriments short of dismissal: incompatible with human rights? 8:32

2M ago8:32

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In our latest podcast, David Hossack and Ellen Grant discuss the recent Supreme Court decision of Secretary of State for the Department of Business and Trade v Mercer and the impact this judgement may have on the protection of workers who take part in industrial action during working hours.By David Hossack and Ellen Grant

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S8E07 - The Right to Disconnect 21:41

2M ago21:41

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In this episode, you'll learn about: The current protections at work The Labour Party proposed ‘right to switch off’, set out in their Green Paper, ‘New deal for working people’ My ten top tips for employers This podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, Policies 2024 and by HR Inner Circle. Leave a review for this podcast before …

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S5 Ep 10: How to avoid an unfair dismissal claim 29:16

2M ago29:16

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we delve into the complex world of unfair dismissal, a critical issue that we hear many business owners and managers think about, even worry about. We explains what constitutes unfair dismissal, the legal framework surrounding it, and the rights of both employees and employers. Importantly we tell you just w…

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S8E06 - Agency Workers 35:09

2M ago35:09

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In this episode Daniel discusses Agency workers with Naomi Ling from Outer Temple Chambers. You’ll learn about… The difference between agency workers and fixed-term workers The impact of Brexit on agency worker regulations The day one rights and week 12 rights for agency workers This podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, Polic…

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S5 Ep 9: When restructuring is needed 20:02

2M ago20:02

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever faced the daunting task of navigating a business's restructuring or pondered the right way to handle potential redundancies? In this episode, we dig into the complexities of reshaping a company. We're not just talking about the why, but the how—offering strategic insights on realigning roles and departments. Fr…

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Employment Tribunal hearings insight 28:44

2M ago28:44

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David Hossack speaks to Hayley Johnson, Legal Director and Andrew Crammond, Barrister from Trinity Chambers about what you need to know about how Employment Tribunal hearings work in practice from giving evidence, how hearings in England and Scotland differ, to dos and don'ts during hearings.By David Hossack and Hayley Johnson

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S8E05 - Age Discrimination 31:54

2M ago31:54

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In this episode, you'll learn: Direct discrimination on grounds of age Associative age discrimination Stereotyping This podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, Policies 2024 and by HR Inner Circle. Leave a review for this podcast before 11 June 2024 and win a prize - www.danielbarnett.com/podcastreviews 🎁 FREE STUFF Employment l…

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S5 Ep 8: Special Guest - Lisa La Maitre 25:28

2M ago25:28

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we spoke with Lisa LaMaitre. She has developed, owned, and operated four businesses in four different industries, in the Canberra region, over the last 31 years. Listen in as Lisa shares with us her journey and what she's learnt over that time in people management. Lisa is a Business Connect Business Advisor …

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Gender critical teacher not unfairly dismissed or discriminated against 12:24

2M ago12:24

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David Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about the case of Lister v New College Swindon where a teacher was dismissed for - amongst other things - failing to use a pupil's preferred name and pronouns.By David Hossack and Sarah Gilzean

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S8E04 - How to Protect Your Business from Departing Employees 43:27

3M ago43:27

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In this episode Daniel discusses How to Protect Your Business from Departing Employees with Gus Baker from Outer Temple Chambers. You’ll learn… What you should think about when drafting PTRs How the rise of remote working has impacted on restrictive covenants What to do first when you discover an ex-employee has breached their covenants This podcas…

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S5 Ep 7: How to engage a consultant 15:10

3M ago15:10

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Send us a Text Message. Something a little different this episode! There could be many reasons you engage an external consultant for your business - think of an Accountant, a Lawyer, Business Coach, Web Developer, SEO expert or even a HR Consultant like us at Aster HR. There is a definate business strategy behind paying someone external to your bus…

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Ep. 46 - New rules on holiday accrual and the calculation of holiday pay for part-year and irregular hours workers 10:38

3M ago10:38

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Abisola Latunji-Cockbill and Charles Pigott discuss the new rules on holiday accrual and the calculation of holiday pay for part-year and irregular hours workers.By Mills & Reeve

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Can a 'social media storm' justify a dismissal? 9:54

3M ago9:54

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In our weekly podcast, David Hossack and Caroline Maher discuss the Employment Appeal Tribunal case of Omooba v Michael Garrett Associates Ltd (T/A Global Artists) and another in which the EAT considered whether there had been direct religion or belief discrimination or harassment when a Christian actor was dismissed from a role.…

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S8E03 - Spotting the Liar in a Workplace Investigation 39:06

3M ago39:06

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In this episode, you'll learn all about how to handle a 'he said, she said' situation. This podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, Policies 2024 and by HR Inner Circle. Leave a review for this podcast before 11 June 2024 and win a prize - www.danielbarnett.com/podcastreviews 🎁 FREE STUFF Employment law updates – www.danielbarne…

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S5 Ep 6: Trust is key 15:43

3M ago15:43

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we dive into the critical topic of trust in the workplace. We explore what trust is, why it's essential, how to create and rebuild it when needed. Trust is the belief that colleagues will act with integrity and competence, doing what they say they will do. Creating a high-trust environment involves collabora…

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Digital Departures 21:59

3M ago21:59

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David Hossack is joined by Tim LaTulippe from iDiscovery Solutions to discuss investigative steps that employers might take when there is a concern about sensitive information being taken by a departing employee. Tim's contact details can be found at Timothy LaTulippe - Director, UK/EEA (idsinc.com)By David Hossack and Tim LaTulippe

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S8E02 - Unfair Dismissal pitfalls 41:12

3M ago41:12

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In this episode, Daniel discusses Unfair Dismissal pitfalls with Andrew Allen from Outer Temple Chambers. You'll learn... Why the perfect conduct investigation doesn’t need to be perfect What the first thing you should do is if an employee threatens litigation; and, Why you shouldn’t stinge on holiday pay termination payments This podcast is suppor…

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S5 Ep 5: Special Guest - Sheila Cabacungan 28:36

3M ago28:36

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we spoke with Sheila Cabacungan, founder of The Wealth Forum and Co-Founder of Mentor to Mentor Connect & Learn. We plan a lot of things in business, we plan our finances, our goals, even our holidays…but as a business owner, have you set a plan for the end of your business or the end point for yourself in yo…

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Unfair Dismissal: The ACAS Code of Practice Episode 4 24:50

3M ago24:50

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In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I bring you a run down of the requirements of the ACAS code of practice. This is the fourth of 6 episodes that will focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with dismissals and what constitutes a fair dismissal. In this episode 226 I will …

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Can a trial period in a new role be considered as a reasonable adjustment? 7:32

3M ago7:32

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In this week's employment podcast, Lily Braunholtz and David Hossack discuss the recent case of Rentokil Initial UK v Mr M Miller which looked at whether redeployment in an alternative role for a trial period could be considered a reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act.By David Hossack and Lily Braunholtz

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S8E01 - Are you ready for April 2024? 21:33

3M ago21:33

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In this episode, you'll learn: The new rules on flexible working The national minimum wage changes Changes to redundancy protection for employees This podcast is supported by Occupational Health Assessment Ltd, Policies 2024 and by the HR Inner Circle. Leave a review for this podcast before 11 June 2024 and win a prize - www.danielbarnett.com/podca…

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S5 Ep 4: Volunteers are part of the team too 17:21

3M ago17:21

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss and compare the differences (and similarities) between paid employees and volunteers. We discover there is a lot the same, especially in the areas like: Recruitment & Iinduction Accountability/performance Work Health & Safety (including psychosocial safety) By treating volunteers with the same leve…

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Episode 37: Cleaner Dismissed for Eating a Leftover Sandwich; Mason Greenwood's Rumoured Return; Christian Horner's Investigation at Red Bull; Council Worker Wins £4.6 Million in Disability Claim 30:51

4M ago30:51

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We are delighted to share Episode 37 of The Lawdown, our regular podcast discussing the latest key employment, discrimination and partnership law-related news stories, and the interesting legal issues behind them! You can listen to the episode here. In our latest episode of The Lawdown, Partner Beth Hale, Partner Emma Bartlett and Associate Kia Aok…

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Navigating Work and Terminal Illness 13:38

3M ago13:38

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The CIPD's new guidance on managing terminally ill employees is considered in this week's podcast by David Walker in conversation with David Hossack.By David Hossack and David Walker

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Dismissal and re-engagement: complying with the new statutory Code of Practice 15:32

4M ago15:32

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In our weekly podcast, David Hossack and Alan Delaney discuss the new statutory Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-engagement which is expected to be brought into force this summer and the steps employers should take to comply with this.By David Hossack and Alan Delaney

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Ep. 45 - What’s new in the employment tribunal? 12:07

4M ago12:07

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Nick Price and Charles Pigott discuss four key changes that are likely to have an impact on users’ experience of the employment tribunal.By Mills & Reeve

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S5 Ep 3: Special Guest - Bill Carson 31:11

4M ago31:11

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we met Bill Carson, founder of Inspire Learning. We had a great conversation where we discussed: * The difference between empathy & sympathy * Is the term ‘mental health’ good or bad? * Practical ways to be empathetic as a manager * And the new legislation around psychological safety You can follow Inspire Le…

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