by Ryan Clement, barrister In this blog, I build on my video “bullying in the workplace explained” to explore the legal nuances of workplace bullying and the psychological impact of management styles. Understanding Workplace Bullying Workplace dynamics can be complex, and the line between “office banter” and “bullying” is often a subject of intense debate.Continue reading “Encouragement vs Intimidation in Workplace Dynamics”
Category Archives: Employment
The Compliance Gap
by Ryan Clement In our latest video, Dawn H. Jones, HR specialist and author, and I discuss how Employment Tribunals (ET) respond when employers fail to follow their own policies and procedures during disciplinary or grievance processes. Tribunals expect employers-especially those with dedicated HR resources to act reasonably. Failing to follow established procedures often leadsContinue reading “The Compliance Gap”
Déjà Vu?
Workplace bullying is extremely harmful. It erodes mental health, fuels burnout, and destroys morale. Beyond the personal toll on victims—anxiety and diminished self-worth—it fosters a toxic culture and stifles innovation.
Practice what you say!
We have all seen it: a beautiful Employee or Staff Handbook (the one that is referred to in the contract of employment, which staff confirm that they read and understood!) that sits untouched while the actual office culture plays by its own set of rules.
Victimisation
by Ryan Clement In this short blog, I shall explain what victimisation is as defined under section 27 of the Equality Act 2010. Under s.27 of the Equality Act 2010, “victimisation” has a specific legal meaning, which does not necessarily align with common parlance. 🤔 Victimisation occurs when a person is treated badly (subjected toContinue reading “Victimisation”
Discrimination Arising from Disability
by Ryan Clement, barrister In the Employment Tribunal case of Hussain v Armstrong Watson LLP, the tribunal ruled that the ClaImant’s case for unlawful disability-related discrimination under section 15 of the Equality Act 2010 was successful. It found that he was subjected to unfavourable treatment due to his epilepsy, which impacted his memory, concentration, andContinue reading “Discrimination Arising from Disability”
Menopause Policy 2
by Ryan Clement YESTERDAY, I wrote about the need for organisations to have a Menopause Policy. There is a lot of good information out there to form the basis of an organisation’s Menopause Policy. And this policy is a must! To still not have one is a serious omission or error of judgment. THE ACCOMPANYING VIDEO speaksContinue reading “Menopause Policy 2”
Menopause Policy
by Ryan Clement A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF MINE with whom I shall soon be collaborating on a couple of interesting projects – 👀 so watch this space 👀– reminds us, rightly, to know our work policies. I concur. Before signing an employment contract, employees are often asked to confirm they have read and understood theContinue reading “Menopause Policy”
…In the course of one’s employment …
What are you doing this evening? I wrote an article for my business website called, “In the course of one’s employment,” following a recent appeal case. It is too long for a blog, but here is an extract. s.109(1) and (3) of the Equality Act 2010 state, ‘Anything done by a person (A) in theContinue reading “…In the course of one’s employment …”
Discrimination in Employment Law
by Ryan Clement, barrister IN SEPTEMBER 2021 I published, Race Relations in Employment Law, Put simply in Black & White. In 2023 I published the second edition, and I am currently working on the third. It was and is a challenge to capture so much in so little space. I spend as much time thinking aboutContinue reading “Discrimination in Employment Law”
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