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Tribunal data, outcome statistics, and practical guides to claims, judgments, and the litigation process — plus articles on common workplace disputes. Free, plain English. Applies to England and Wales. Information only — not legal advice.
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Recording a meeting at work is not illegal in the UK, but it is generally treated as misconduct. Tribunals can admit covert recordings as evidence. Learn the rules, the risks, and what case law says.
8 min read · 7 Apr 2026
covert recording · recording meetings at work
A protected conversation lets your employer propose a settlement off the record. Learn what it means, when the protection applies, and what rights you keep.
8 min read · 21 Mar 2026
protected conversation · section 111A
There are three ways to settle an employment dispute: COT3, settlement agreement, or informal payment. Learn how each works and what rights you give up.
7 min read · 21 Mar 2026
settlement · COT3
A COT3 is a legally binding ACAS settlement that ends your employment tribunal claim. Learn what it includes, how it works, and what to consider before agreeing.
7 min read · 21 Mar 2026
COT3 · ACAS
Is an unfair dismissal claim worth it? Weigh up the compensation, time, stress, and settlement options. Most cases settle before a hearing.
7 min read · 16 Mar 2026
unfair dismissal is it worth it · unfair dismissal claim
How to raise a grievance at work, what your employer must do, how long they have to respond, and what happens if they ignore it. UK employment law guide.
8 min read · 16 Mar 2026
grievance at work · raising a grievance
Not been paid? Learn how to claim unpaid wages in the UK. Covers unlawful deductions, time limits, ACAS, tribunal claims, and what evidence you need. No qualifying period required.
8 min read · 23 Feb 2026
Disciplinary & Dismissal · unpaid wages · unlawful deduction
Complete guide to ACAS early conciliation. Covers how the process works, time limits and clock-stop rules, what you can settle for, COT3 agreements, and when you need a solicitor.
10 min read · 21 Feb 2026
Disciplinary & Dismissal · acas · early conciliation
What does 'without prejudice' mean at work? Learn how it protects settlement discussions, when it applies, and what to do if your employer uses it. Clear UK employment guide.
8 min read · 20 Feb 2026
without prejudice · settlement agreement
Key facts about employment tribunal claims in the UK. Covers who can claim, time limits, ACAS early conciliation, the ET1 form, what happens at a hearing, possible outcomes, and how the Employment Rights Act 2025 changes the system.
14 min read · 7 Feb 2026
Unfair Dismissal · employment tribunal · tribunal claim
To prove unfair dismissal, you need evidence showing your employer lacked a legally fair reason or failed to follow a reasonable dismissal process. This guide explains what employment tribunals actually look for, how evidence is assessed, and how the Employment Rights Act 2025 affects unfair dismissal claims.
15 min read · 6 Feb 2026
Disciplinary & Dismissal · unfair dismissal · employment tribunal
Missed your tribunal deadline? Don't give up. Learn about extensions for unfair dismissal and discrimination claims, what judges consider, and what to do now.
8 min read · 1 Aug 2025
Rights & Protections · missed deadline · tribunal extension
Don't miss your chance to claim. Learn tribunal deadlines, ACAS time limits, continuing acts, and what to do if time is running out. Clear guidance for UK workers.
9 min read · 1 Aug 2025
Rights & Protections · tribunal deadlines · time limits
Complete guide to workplace grievances in the UK. Learn when to raise a grievance, what to include, ACAS Code requirements, tribunal considerations, and how ERA 2025 changes things from 2026.
10 min read · 6 Jul 2025
Grievances & Complaints · grievance · grievance process
