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Premier Inn Launches UK's First Autism Certified Hotel Scheme

Premier Inn becomes the first major UK hotel chain to achieve an advanced autism certification, training over 12,000 staff to better support neurodiverse guests and families with tailored services and sensory-friendly environments.

Nurse wins £25k payout after dismissal for eye-roll

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.

Autism treatments lack evidence, major review finds

A major government-commissioned review reveals most widely used autism interventions lack robust evidence, urging a shift towards personalised support and away from 'one-size-fits-all' approaches.

EasyJet manager sacked over 'banter' wins tribunal case

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.

Co-op worker wins unfair dismissal case over radio

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.

Teen Mom Star's Autism Revelation: Relief at 33

Former Teen Mom star opens up about her life-changing autism diagnosis in her 30s, describing the profound relief and self-understanding it finally brought after years of struggle.

Driver wins unfair dismissal case over failed drug test

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.

Bowie's Daughter Lexi on Autism Diagnosis Relief

David Bowie's daughter, Lexi Jones, opens up about her late-in-life autism diagnosis, describing the profound sense of relief and validation it brought after years of feeling isolated and exhausted from trying to fit in.

MoD Worker Sues Colleagues Over 'Good Luck' Card

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

Man wins unfair dismissal case over WhatsApp comment

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.

NHS Solicitor Wins Tribunal Over Freezing Office

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.

Labour to ban 'fire and rehire' in first 100 days

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.

Wetherspoons manager unfairly sacked over staff discount

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.

Autism surge tied to higher dementia risk

New research reveals a concerning connection between rising autism diagnoses and increased vulnerability to dementia in later life. Experts warn of a looming public health crisis.

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