In the MMD this week, we explore the potential extension to the Equality Act to include claims of third-party harassment.

In addition, the regulatory team have prepared another article this week on the topic of drug driving. Finally, we have a guest contribution this week from our Property team on the subject of nuisance.

 The Media Hub

Third Party Harassment – Changes to the Equality Act

This video explores the potential widening of the Equality Act to include acts of harassment carried out by third parties to the business, and how employers can defend claims by showing that they have taken “all reasonable steps” to prevent such behaviour.

To view this week’s video, please click here:

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There have been lots of relevant regulatory/employment law and HR updates this week.

NPCC Review into Drug Driving

 This week we have prepared an article on the topic of law in relation to drug driving evidence. Please click on the link below to read:-

NPCC Review into Drug Driving

Manager awarded £70k by tribunal in ageism case.

The Claimant was employed as a channel account director by the Company. His salary was £60k however could also earn commission of up to £40k based on the number of sim cards he sold through resellers. During his employment, he was unable to sell enough sim cards to earn any commission which led to criticisms from his line manager, Mr Hesketh, who said the Claimant needed “handholding” and was “underwhelming” in performance terms. The Claimant had also recommended someone he knew to fill a job vacancy within the Company. After meeting this person, Hesketh commented that he looked “old.” After the Claimant had been off work with stress, he found himself being appraised for his performance, however submitted a grievance against Hesketh as he felt that there was no need for a performance review and felt as though Hesketh wanted to replace him with a younger person. When the grievance did not uphold any of the Claimants’ points, he resigned and alleged age discrimination. The tribunal upheld his claim and awarded the Claimant over £71,000 in compensation.

https://www.gov.uk/employment-tribunal-decisions/mr-m-jones-v-tango-networks-uk-ltd-and-p-hesketh-1803304-slash-2021

Mental Health Awareness Sessions

In partnership with Mental Health First Aid, we are providing the opportunity to attend one of the mental health training sessions listed below. The sessions are delivered by accredited MHFA England Instructor Members and will help you gain a better understanding of mental health in a range of areas.  Please find the relevant information relating to the sessions at the links below and let us know if you wish to attend.

Adult MHFA Two Day only flyer – instructor

Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace_

 MHFA England Adult Courses

1. 28/29th March 2023
2. 27/28th June 2023
3. 26/27th September 2023
4. 28/29th November 2023

Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace Course – For Managers (Non Accredited Course)

1. 29th September 2023

Stress and Resilience Course – Cme Accredited

1. 29th June 2023
2. 30th November 2023

Focus On – Complete Property Solutions

This week Andrew Dickinson from our Property Litigation team has prepared an article on nuisance with regards to the case of Fearn & Others v Board of Trustees of the Tate Gallery. Please click on the below link to read.

Nuisance – are you looking?