Objective Justification (Discrimination Defence?)
As an employer, you are under a duty not to discriminate against someone unlawfully, including both workers and job applicants. That said, the law recognises that there may be circumstances where an employer has good reason to justify treating someone less favourably, or causing disadvantage to a particular group of people. Known as objective justification, […]
How to Check your UK Visa Application Status
If you are awaiting a decision on an application for a UK visa, tracking the progress of your application can be crucial to planning ahead, especially where you are time-pressured for a decision. The following guide looks at how UK visa applicants can check the status of their applications, whether you have applied to extend […]
Written Statement of Employment Particulars
One of the fundamental employment rights in the UK is that employees and workers are provided with a written statement of employment particulars by their first day of employment. The employer is required to give the principal statement on the first day of employment and provide the broader written statement within two months of the […]