Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has ignited a political firestorm, accusing activist judges of 'weaponising' the European Convention on Human Rights against British interests. Her hard-hitting speech at an Amnesty International event, which also took aim
Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner faces a major legal and political storm over her controversial 'New Deal for Working People'. Top human rights barristers warn her plan to strengthen union power could violate fundamental rights and cripple the UK econom
New research reveals stark employment disparities in Britain, with Black, Asian, and minority ethnic individuals nearly twice as likely to be unemployed as white counterparts despite equal qualifications.
Tribute to the pioneering Commons clerk Jan Moore, whose behind-the-scenes work was instrumental in shaping the UK's devolution settlements and modernising parliamentary procedures.
Exclusive: President Trump's new appointees to the National Labor Relations Board are poised to dismantle decades of pro-union precedent, threatening a dramatic rollback of American workers' rights and union power.
Former Attorney General Sir Michael Ellis KC warns that Labour's plans to replace the Human Rights Act with a British Bill of Rights could create a 'lawyers' charter' and make it harder to deport dangerous asylum seekers, echoing Donald Trump's concerns.
A dental nurse from Greater Manchester has been awarded £25,000 in an employment tribunal after she was unfairly dismissed for an alleged eye-roll, a case highlighting toxic workplace culture.
In a major legal victory for migrant rights, the Court of Appeal has overturned a decision to remove asylum seekers from an Epping hotel. Discover the human rights arguments that secured their stay.
An EasyJet manager fired for 'inappropriate banter' with his team has triumphed in an unfair dismissal claim. An employment tribunal ruled the airline failed to investigate properly, in a case that questions corporate culture and HR procedures.
A Co-op warehouse employee who was sacked for switching off a Michael Jackson track has been awarded nearly £20,000 after a tribunal ruled his dismissal was unfair. The case highlights the limits of managerial control over the workplace radio.
An employment tribunal has ruled that a warehouse operative was unfairly dismissed after being accused of impersonating Michael Jackson and making 'hee-hee' noises, in a bizarre case of workplace misconduct allegations.
Millions of UK consumers gain powerful new rights as the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act becomes law, tackling subscription traps and fake reviews.
A delivery driver sacked for a positive cannabis test has triumphed in a surprise employment tribunal ruling, which found his dismissal was unfair. The tense legal battle centred on procedural flaws in the testing process.
A Ministry of Defence civil servant is taking six colleagues to an employment tribunal, alleging a farewell card signed with messages like 'good luck' and 'all the best' was a calculated act of bullying and harassment in a case that could redefine workpla
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's proposed redefinition of 'sex' in the Equality Act has sparked a major political and social firestorm, pitting transgender rights against single-sex spaces.
A Muslim recruitment manager has been awarded substantial compensation after an employment tribunal found she was subjected to a campaign of religious harassment and victimisation by colleagues at the Government Legal Department.
The United States has announced new visa restrictions for Ugandan officials in response to the country's harsh Anti-Homosexuality Act. This decisive move signals a major diplomatic rift over human rights.
A UK man was unfairly dismissed after rating a female colleague's appearance on a private WhatsApp group. The tribunal ruled the company's investigation was flawed, setting a precedent for workplace social media use.
Leila Ayad, an NHS solicitor, successfully sued her employer for subjecting her to 'intolerable' cold working conditions, winning over £8,000 in a landmark employment tribunal case.
EXCLUSIVE: Dame Angela Eagle tells the Mirror a future Labour government will ban the controversial 'fire and rehire' tactics, branding them a 'national scandal' that exploits workers. The bold pledge signals a major pro-worker shift in UK employment law.
A senior female executive, dismissed after a boozy work trip incident involving a forgotten key and a night in a sauna, has won a discrimination claim. An employment tribunal ruled her ADHD was a factor in her sacking.
A former employee of Cheesecake Cafe in Manchester has won a significant employment tribunal case after being unfairly dismissed for raising concerns about working in freezing conditions without adequate heating.
A veteran Yosemite National Park ranger has been dismissed following a dispute over displaying a Trans Pride flag at work, igniting a fierce debate on free speech, discrimination, and National Park Service policies.
A former Wetherspoons manager was dismissed for 'gross misconduct' after purchasing a discounted meal for a colleague. An employment tribunal has now ruled her sacking was unfair, exposing a severe disciplinary overreach by the pub chain.
A new workplace initiative is set to grant thousands of UK employees an additional summer holiday, boosting morale and work-life balance.
A Black finance worker who sued her employer for racial discrimination after not receiving a birthday card from colleagues has lost her case. The tribunal ruled the claim lacked merit.
Civil rights leader Al Sharpton urges the revival of the Voting Rights Act to combat modern voter suppression tactics. Discover the challenges and solutions in safeguarding democracy.
A non-binary employee in Perth was dismissed after refusing to use gendered pronouns, sparking debate over workplace inclusivity and company policies.
A frustrated employee shares their story of standing up to a boss who repeatedly scheduled meetings during their lunch break – and the surprising outcome.
The UK government is set to introduce legislation granting employees key rights from their first day on the job, marking a significant shift in employment protections.