Dentons - UK People, Reward and Mobility Newsletter

Supreme Court ruling on "woman" in the Equality Act 2010: 7 practical steps for employers

May 2025

United Kingdom: The Supreme Court has clarified that "sex" under the Equality Act 2010 refers to "biological" sex at birth. We explore the meaning of this judgment and seven practical steps for employers to take now.

Constructive dismissal claims survive extended notice

May 2025

United Kingdom: The Employment Appeal Tribunal has held that working an extended notice period is not fatal to a constructive dismissal claim.

Blacklisting and trade union activities

May 2025

United Kingdom: A recent ruling underscores that participation in official industrial action falls under the remit of "activities of trade unions" in legislation on blacklisting. Employers need to be aware that blacklisting legislation applies beyond recruitment practices.

"Restoring control over the immigration system" white paper

May 2025

United Kingdom: The UK government has issued its white paper which outlines a comprehensive reform of the UK immigration system.

The business case for inclusion: capitalising on planned health and disability reforms

May 2025

United Kingdom: As the government reviews support for individuals with ill health or a disability, we explore the potential reforms' implications and opportunities for employers, and outline key steps HR teams can consider now.

Court of Appeal rules that external job applicants cannot claim whistleblowing detriment

May 2025

United Kingdom: The Court of Appeal has recently upheld an EAT ruling, excluding external job applicants from the definition of a "worker" for the purposes of whistleblowing protection.

Recent developments in the fight against pension scams – developments in artificial intelligence and the forthcoming replacement of Action Fraud with its successor, Report Fraud

May 2025

United Kingdom: Pension scams pose a significant threat to retirement savings, with sophisticated fraudsters constantly evolving their tactics to target vulnerable individuals. This article examines what pension scams are, how they operate, and recent developments aimed at combating them.