In this issue, we look at a recent decision by the EAT which provides guidance as to when an employee might be able to bring a claim for disability harassment. We also consider the approach that should be taken in determining the "principal purpose" of an organised grouping of employees in the context of a TUPE service provision change.

Following on from the case law on subject access requests considered in the last two editions of our employment law round-up, we look at another recent case which gives some practical guidance for data controllers to apply when dealing with subject access requests.

We also look at recent case law on the tricky issue of long-term sickness absence, and consider how employers should handle employee requests for extended time off to attend religious festivals.

Finally, we report on some welcome clarification on the impact of Acas early conciliation on the time limits within which claims must be brought in the employment tribunal, and consider a case which provides a warning to witnesses (particularly claimants) to take their oaths seriously when appearing in a tribunal.

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