A UK fire service chief has been dismissed after a tribunal found he discriminated against a disabled employee with PTSD, culminating in the callous act of throwing the man's phone into a hedge during a crisis.
The UK government's new 'Chance to Work' scheme for disabled benefits claimants is facing fierce criticism from charities and opposition MPs, who warn it will force vulnerable people into unsuitable jobs under threat of losing their financial lifeline.
An employment tribunal has ruled that a male director placing his hand on a female HR worker's shoulder was a 'fatherly' gesture, not sexual harassment, dismissing her claims of a 'hostile' work environment.
A London hotel manager has been dismissed after an employment tribunal found him guilty of shocking gender discrimination and victimisation against a female colleague. Read the full details of this landmark workplace justice case.
A former Buffalo Wild Wings manager alleges the restaurant chain refused to hire a qualified woman because she wasn't considered 'pretty' enough, exposing a discriminatory hiring policy.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Major disability advocacy organisations have launched a fierce campaign against the Albanese government's proposed changes to the NDIS, warning new access rules for autistic children and those with developmental delays will cause widespread harm and force
A former Port of Seattle worker, Chris Linhardt, is suing his ex-employer for alleged disability discrimination after being made redundant while battling terminal cancer. The maritime operations manager claims the public port authority failed to provide r
A United Airlines flight attendant is suing the carrier, alleging he was barred from working international routes and denied a promotion after disclosing his HIV-positive status, in a case that could set a major precedent for disability rights in the avia
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 prison officer with epilepsy has been awarded a landmark £440,000 payout after he was dismissed over 'discriminatory' fears he might drop his keys near inmates. The tribunal ruled it was a clear case of disability discrimination.
The Albanese government announces a major crackdown on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, introducing independent assessments and stricter eligibility to curb the scheme's unsustainable £48.5 billion annual cost.
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.
A UK office worker suffering from Crohn's disease has secured a significant compensation payout after proving workplace discrimination. The tribunal ruled her employer failed to make reasonable adjustments.
Discover the challenges and solutions for professionals who lose hearing in one ear and worry about their job prospects.
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.
As food poverty rises, disabled individuals in the UK are disproportionately affected. Experts argue systemic neglect and policy gaps are to blame.