In this episode we discuss tricky issues for employers when managing disciplinary processes, including:  
•	the role of a companion;
•	covert recording;
•	suspension of employees;
•	the use of witnesses; and
•	confidentiality and anonymity.

Disciplinary processes FAQs - employment podcast

In this podcast we look at whistleblowing claims and practical tips for employers on how to deal with whistleblowing issues in the workplace. 
  
We also look at:        
•	what qualifies as whistleblowing;
•	the public interest test and a recent Court of Appeal decision on this issue; and
•	whether complaints of bullying, harassment or breach of contract would be classified as whistleblowing.

Whistleblowing -  employment law podcast

In this podcast we look at the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the new law coming into force across Europe on 25 May 2018. We will look at the significance of the GDPR and focus on how it will impact employers.
 
In particular, we will consider: 
•	the challenges in obtaining valid employee consent under the GDPR;
•	the changes employers will need to make to employment contracts and policies;
•	whether the GDPR will remain relevant in the UK after it leaves the EU;
•	the key actions employers should be taking to prepare for 25 May 2018.

EU General Data Protection Regulation - employment podcast

In this podcast we discuss tricky issues for employers when managing sickness absence and provide practical guidance on how to deal with an employee who is off sick.

Tricky Issues In Managing Sickness Absence - employment podcast

In this month's case round up, we look at three recent court decisions and their practical implications for employers, focussing on: whistleblowing and unfair dismissal; disciplinary procedures; and restrictive covenants.

Case Law Round Up - employment podcast

Looking back, looking forward - employment podcast

In this podcast we will be tackling some of the key issues around the operation of TUPE. In particular, we will tackle the following five commonly asked questions around TUPE.

5 FAQs On TUPE  - employment podcast

Gender Pay Gap Reporting - employment podcast

In this podcast we will look at some of the practical steps employers can take at the start of an employment relationship to protect their business from competition.

This podcast is the first in a mini-series on employee competition which coincides with the new edition of 'Employment Covenants and Confidential Information: Law, Practice and Technique', co-written and co-edited by employment partner Kate Brearley and Selwyn Bloch QC of Littleton Chambers.

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