Employment Tribunal

Warning for publicans over legal fees insurance

12-Jan-2015 By Naomi Larsson

Publicans could be paying for “worthless” legal fees insurance if they renew their policies this year, a human resources advisor has warned.

Government to 'weed out weak claims' for employment tribunals

19-Mar-2013 By Gurjit Degun

Licensees are set to see employment tribunals easier to understand and more efficient as the Government aims to “weed out weak claims”.

Employment: a thorny issue

29-Jan-2013 By Poppleston Allen

You may have seen the news articles about a former lap dancer and her claim against Stringfellows for unfair dismissal. The matter began in April 2012 when an employment tribunal decided she could not bring the claim as she was not an employee.

Pub landlords should be wary about change of rules for tribunals

05-Sep-2012

Being a licensee can be an extremely demanding proposition, especially when it comes to staffing.  It is sometimes difficult to identify staff who are unhappy and who believe they have been unfairly treated. The most loyal and trusted of employees can...

Legal advice: age discrimination

06-Jun-2008

When you're faced with the choice of appointing a young woman with a cheery disposition to your youthful team, or an older woman who has, on the face...

Anti-ageism laws imminent, pubs must be careful

04-Sep-2006

Hosts must make sure they comply with new age discrimination laws by 1 October or face a fine of up to £25,000. The legislation covers all areas of...

Legal advice: Rising cost of sacking staff

23-Jan-2004

Higher limits for employment tribunal compensation set.by Rebecca Caws of thePublican.com's team of legal experts from London solicitors Joelson...

Sacked licensee couple unfairly dismissed rules tribunal

01-Aug-2002

A licensee couple sacked for allegedly watering down beer were unfairly dismissed, an employment tribunal has ruled. Eric and Carol Daykin's...