Employment Law 101 from mpm legal
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Episodes
- S5 Ep13: Changes to collective consultation processes
Employment Law 101 covers recent changes to collective consultation processes. Hosts Peter and Mark break down the shifts, discuss practical implications, and advise employers on how to respond to workforce changes like redundancies or TUP…
- S5 Ep12: The new Fair Work Agency and what it means for employers
Employment law experts Peter and Adrienne discuss the new Fair Work Agency, detailing its powers and providing essential information for employers to ensure compliance with the latest regulations.
- S5 Ep11: Tribunal delays, AI and the changing employment landscape
Employment law experts Peter and Charlie discuss current employment tribunal delays, reasons for longer hearing times, and the increasing influence of AI on litigation and grievance procedures.
- S5 Ep10: Fixed term contracts in employment
This episode of Employment Law 101, titled 'Fixed Term Contracts in Employment,' discusses common issues encountered when employing individuals on fixed-term contracts.
- S5 Ep9: Employment law webinars: catch up on 2026’s developments and join us live this week
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses crucial employment law changes for 2026 beyond the new Employment Rights Act, covering essential developments employers must know.
- S5 Ep8: 2025 employment law wrap up and Employment Rights Bill latest
This episode of Employment Law 101 recaps key employment law developments for 2025 and discusses the latest changes to the Employment Rights Bill, providing necessary insights for HR professionals.
- S5 Ep7: All you need to know about constructive dismissal claims
This episode of Employment Law 101 delves into constructive dismissal claims, covering their essential components and providing guidance for those facing such situations.
- S5 Ep6: Trade union changes in the Employment Rights Bill – what do they mean for your HR operations?
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses the upcoming changes to trade unions and union recognition due to the Employment Rights Bill. It examines the implications for HR professionals, in-house counsel, and people managers, regardless…
- S5 Ep5: Whistleblowing at Work
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses whistleblowing in the workplace, covering protected disclosures under English employment law and potential future changes with the proposed Office of the Whistleblower.
- S5 Ep4: Employment Appeal Tribunal case Alom v Financial Conduct Authority [2025] EAT 138
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses the Employment Appeal Tribunal case Alom v Financial Conduct Authority [2025] EAT 138. It examines the case's significance for HR professionals, people leaders, and in-house lawyers concerning i…
- S5 Ep3: Employment Law 101: TUPE Top Tips Recap
Employment Law 101's S5 Ep3 recaps TUPE with commercial tips on identifying transfers, managing consultation and communication, and protecting your organization.
- S5 Ep2: Employment Rights Bill
This episode of Employment Law 101 provides an update on the Employment Rights Bill and discusses two employment tribunal cases concerning swearing at a manager and internet use for personal online shopping while at work.
- S5 Ep1: Collective Redundancy Consultation
This episode of Employment Law 101 covers the fundamentals of collective redundancy consultation. It explains when consultation is required, practical steps for the process, the function of employee representatives, and the repercussions o…
- S4 Ep12: Employment Rights Bill Update
Adrienne and Peter provide an update on the Employment Rights Bill, detailing proposed changes to fire and rehire practices and settlement agreements, and discussing their potential impact on HR professionals.
- S4 Ep11: Gender Critical Beliefs & Employer Intervention
Adrienne and Peter discuss the recent Higgs v Farmor’s School decision. They explain how and when employers can lawfully intervene in situations where employees express protected beliefs.
- S4 Ep10: Unfair dismissal case study: why procedure impacts on compensation!
This episode of Employment Law 101 examines an unfair dismissal case, highlighting the importance of procedure in determining compensation. It discusses remedy arguments, Polkey deductions, and contributory fault in procedurally unfair dis…
- S4 Ep9: Menopause and the workplace - what employers need to know
In this episode, employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter cover the employment law considerations surrounding menopause in the workplace. They discuss the rise in tribunal claims and how current discrimination and unfair dismissal laws offer…
- S4 Ep8: The Supreme Court ruling on definition of "sex"
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- S4 Ep7: Employment law risks in a cost cutting era: common redundancy questions answered
Employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter answer common redundancy questions during cost-cutting periods, covering process timelines, employee communication, selection criteria, and managing refusals to attend meetings.
- S4 Ep6: Neurodiversity in the workplace
This episode covers the latest ACAS guidance on neurodiversity in the workplace, discussing common traits, the Equality Act 2010's application to neurodiverse employees, and strategies for sensitive support and awareness.
- S4 Ep5: How to avoid disability discrimination in recruitment
In this episode of Employment Law 101, hosts Adrienne and Peter explain how to avoid disability discrimination during the recruitment process and how to prevent potential employment tribunal claims.
- S4 Ep4: Employment Law 101 takes a look at return to the office mandates
Employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter analyze a recent case concerning return to office mandates, remote working, flexible working, and potential discrimination.
- S4 Ep3: The McDonalds case and workplace harassment: where are we now?
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses the McDonalds harassment complaints and summarizes new legal obligations concerning workplace harassment and sexual harassment.
- S4 Ep2: TUPE and employment contract changes
Employment lawyer Peter discusses TUPE and employment contract changes in this episode of Employment Law 101.
- S4 Ep1: Employment Law 101 is back for 2025
The first Employment Law 101 webinar of 2025 covered key changes such as the draft Equality Bill, neonatal care and leave, the right to disconnect, and the use of AI in the workplace.
- S3 Ep26: 2024 Employment Law Roundup - all the hot topics
Adrienne and Peter review the key employment law topics of 2024. This episode is from the podcast Employment Law 101.
- S3 Ep25: New sexual harassment rules
This episode of Employment Law 101 features a specialist employment lawyer discussing new sexual harassment rules.
- S3 Ep24: The new Employment Rights Bill is here (part 2)
In part two of this series, employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter analyze more key aspects of the new Employment Rights Bill, focusing on what employers need to understand.
- S3 Ep23: The new Employment Rights Bill is here (part 1)
Employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter examine significant aspects of the new Employment Rights Bill relevant to businesses.
- S3 Ep22: So DEI strategies are dead, right?
This episode of Employment Law 101 features Peter and Sarah Wilder discussing DEI strategies. They cover the potential backlash against DEI, methods for identifying and measuring needs, and the advantages of a focused DEI approach for busi…
- S3 Ep21: What the successful equal pay claim against Next means for your business
In S3 Ep21, employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter analyze the recent equal pay claim against Next. They provide insights for private organizations on establishing pay rates and offering enhancements in light of the ruling.
- S3 Ep20: Life is too short for boring employment contracts
Employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter discuss how to make employment contracts more engaging and understandable, while still ensuring company protection. They explore updating contract approaches to better reflect an organization's tone, v…
- S3 Ep19: Dismissing employees fairly - what you really need to know to stay out the employment tribunal
Employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter discuss ten key considerations for fairly dismissing employees to prevent unfair dismissal claims and legal disputes.
- S3 Ep18: Probationary periods - why they suddenly may be REALLY significant
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses the increased importance of probationary periods due to upcoming changes in unfair dismissal rights. It covers drafting, framework, and strategies to prevent unfair dismissal and discrimination…
- S3 Ep17: Getting the most out of settlement agreements
Adrienne and Peter discuss maximizing settlement agreements, covering offer timing, confidentiality clauses, negotiation strategies, and the necessity of independent legal advice.
- S3 Ep16: Mastering Small-Scale Redundancies: A Guide for HR Professionals and In-House Counsel
This episode of Employment Law 101 features lawyers Adrienne and Peter discussing legal compliance in small-scale redundancies. They cover mirroring collective consultation, consulting on proposals and processes, the importance of communic…
- S3 Ep15: TUPE transfers: how to successfully navigate your organisation through a transfer
In this episode, employment lawyers Adrienne and Mark discuss the complexities of TUPE transfers and provide guidance on how organisations can successfully navigate them.
- S3 Ep14: Tackling tricky employee grievances
In S3 Ep14 of Employment Law 101, employment lawyers Adrienne and Peter discuss strategies for managing challenging employee grievances. This episode builds on their previous tips for handling difficult workplace issues.
- S3 Ep13: Notification of new employment tribunal claim
This episode of Employment Law 101 addresses the procedures required upon receiving notification of an employment tribunal claim against a company or its employees.
- S3 Ep12: Top tips for managing underperforming employees
Employment Law 101 features specialist lawyers Adrienne and Peter discussing top tips for managing employees who are underperforming.
- S3 Ep11: Top tips for managing long term sick employees
Adrienne and Peter, specialist employment lawyers from mpm legal, discuss their top tips for effectively managing employees experiencing long-term sickness.
- S3 Ep10: What HR needs to know about A.I in the workplace
Adrienne and Peter, specialist employment lawyers, discuss essential information for HR and people managers regarding AI in the workplace and employment law.
- S3 Ep9: 5 essential points for collective consultation exercises.
Employment law partners Peter Beisty and Adrienne Hardy cover 5 essential points to know about collective consultation exercises in this episode of Employment Law 101.
- S3 Ep8: Fire and re-hire
This episode of Employment Law 101 covers the concept of 'fire and re-hire,' also known as dismissal and re-engagement, and discusses potential changes resulting from a government consultation.
- S3 Ep7: Employment Discrimination claims against individuals
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses recent updates to employment tribunal rules, focusing on employment discrimination claims against individuals. It covers the repeal of the ban on hiring agency staff during strikes and changes t…
- S3 Ep6: National Minimum Wage increases
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses increases to the National Minimum Wage, maternity leave rights, and a relevant legal case about home working.
- S3 Ep5: The essential changes to the law on holidays and holiday pay that you mustn't miss
This episode of Employment Law 101 discusses the important updates to holiday and holiday pay legislation taking effect in early January 2024 and how they impact employers.
- S3 Ep4: The cost of living crisis and older workers delaying retirement
In the latest Employment Law 101 session, Peter Beisty and Adrienne Hardy explored how the cost of living crisis is causing older workers to delay retirement or return to work. The discussion highlighted emerging trends related to this eco…
- S3 Ep3: Employment Law 101 - There is power in a union!
Employment Law 101 discusses the rise in industrial action since 2022, spurred by the cost of living crisis. Hosts Peter and Adrienne note a significant increase in union-related legal work.
- S3 Ep2: What would a new government mean for UK employment rights?
Employment Law 101 podcast episode reviews Labour's proposed first 100 days in government, focusing on potential impacts to UK employment rights. Experts Adrienne Hardy and Peter Beisty discuss changes to trade union recognition, zero-hour…