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”
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A King and two Presidents!
“It is possible for people to be united by their ideals, instead of divided by their differences; that it’s possible for hearts to change and old hatreds to pass.”
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”
Separation of Powers
by Ryan Clement, barrister On Day One of my book, ‘Discrimination Law in Employment in 7 days, I touch on the Separation of Powers. One Day One of my book Discrimination Law in Employment in 7 days I touch on the importance of the separation of powers. Montesquieu’s theory of the separation of powers, primarily detailedContinue reading “Separation of Powers”
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.
Hillsborough Disaster
As some may know, I am a big Liverpool fan (since I was a kid), and my son and I attend many matches at Anfield, the home of Liverpool Football Club, during the season ⚽️. I could not remotely begin to imagine what it must have been like to experience the tragedy that unfolded onContinue reading “Hillsborough Disaster”
Back to the Future!
Describe something you learned in high school. I learned that unless one’s future is so ‘obviously’ predetermined, the interest and behaviour of an 11 to 16 year old kid are not necessarily an indicator of the adult to follow. One of my teachers could not see ‘me’ beyond my interest in football (soccer) ⚽️ andContinue reading “Back to the Future!”
On this Day (Easter Sunday)!
by Ryan Clement On this day many years ago, I was in Rome. My soulmate at the time, Sue, and I went over to Rome for the Easter period. Our hotel was in walking distance of the Colosseum. It’s a memory that remains with me and shall forever. We had this lovely walk down andContinue reading “On this Day (Easter Sunday)!”
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”
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