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If something has gone wrong at work, these articles explain what the law actually says - and what you can do about it. Free, plain English, no law degree required. Applies to England and Wales. Information only - not legal advice.
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.
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There is no standalone right to disconnect in UK law yet. The Employment Rights Act 2025 does not include one. Learn what protections you already have and what is expected to change.
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Many mental health conditions qualify as a disability under the Equality Act 2010. Learn the legal test, which conditions are covered, and your rights.
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From 6 April 2026, SSP starts on day one with no earnings limit. Rate is £123.25/week or 80% of earnings. Up to 1.3 million more workers now qualify.
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Every employment law change from April 2026: minimum wage up to £12.71, sick pay from day one, Fair Work Agency launched, paternity leave now a day-one right.
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UK minimum wage rates from April 2026: £12.71 for workers 21+, £10.85 for 18-20, £8 for under-18s and apprentices. Who qualifies and what to do if underpaid.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Is an unfair dismissal claim worth it? Weigh up the compensation, time, stress, and settlement options. Most cases settle before a hearing.
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There is no legal list of sackable offences in the UK. Learn the difference between misconduct and gross misconduct, and what makes a dismissal fair.
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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.
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If your employer's conduct left you no choice but to resign, the law may treat it as a dismissal. Learn about constructive dismissal, your rights, and next steps.
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Can you be dismissed for gross misconduct on a first offence? Yes, but not automatically. Learn about mitigating circumstances, fair process, and your rights.
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Dismissed for gross misconduct? Find out what pay you're still owed, how benefits work after summary dismissal, and your options if the process was unfair.
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Around 79% of employment tribunal cases never reach a hearing. See the official data on settlement rates by claim type — updated with Q3 2025/26 figures and current backlog context.
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Your employer cannot change your employment contract without your agreement. Learn when changes are lawful, what to do if one is imposed, and your legal options.
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Your employer changed your pay, hours, or dismissed you without notice. Find out what counts as breach of contract, what you can claim up to £25,000, and the 3-month time limit to act.
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10,424 single claims filed, up 61% year-on-year. Open caseload at 30,784 and clearance times continue to rise.
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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.
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Sacked without notice? You may have a wrongful dismissal claim. Learn when dismissal without notice is lawful, what compensation you can claim, and how to take action. No 2-year service needed.
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Everything you need to know about notice periods at work. Covers statutory minimums (1 to 12 weeks), contractual notice, PILON, garden leave, sick pay during notice, and what happens if your employer breaks the rules.
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Working time claims reached 1,771 in Q3 2025/26, up 79% year-on-year. 79% win at hearing (highest of any claim type), 13% default judgment, 24% ACAS settle. Mean 29 weeks.
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What counts as gross misconduct at work? See common examples including theft, violence, and fraud — plus what doesn't qualify. Know your rights before a disciplinary hearing.
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Been dismissed for gross misconduct? You still have rights. Learn what you keep, what you lose, how to challenge an unfair dismissal, and what to do next. UK guide.
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Common constructive dismissal examples: unpaid wages, demotion, bullying, contract changes, and more. Learn the legal test, the 'last straw' principle, and how to build your case.
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Redundancy pay claims reached 639 in Q3 2025/26, up 65% year-on-year. 71% win at hearing, 15% default judgment (highest of any claim), 17% ACAS settle. Mean 30 weeks.
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Pregnancy discrimination claims reached 448 in Q3 2025/26, up 85% year-on-year. 41% ACAS settle (highest of any claim). 94% resolved without hearing. No qualifying service needed.
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Sex discrimination reached 1,294 in Q3 2025/26, up 59% year-on-year. 32% ACAS settle, 92% resolved without hearing. Mean 34 weeks.
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Race discrimination reached 1,544 in Q3 2025/26, up 70% year-on-year. 31% ACAS settle, 25% win at hearing. 96% resolved without hearing. Mean 36 weeks — among the slowest.
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Breach of contract fell 4.3% year-on-year to 1,822 claims in Q3 2025/26 — still the only declining major claim type. 53% win at hearing (highest of any claim type with Q3 data), 28% ACAS settle. Mean 34 weeks.
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Unauthorised deductions from wages reached 2,908 in Q3 2025/26, up 77% year-on-year. 69% win at hearing, 13% default judgment, 25% ACAS settle. Mean 29 weeks — among the fastest.
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Whistleblowing claims reached 1,796 in Q3 2025/26, up 102% year-on-year — more than doubled in twelve months. 30% settle via ACAS. 84% resolved without a hearing. The fastest-growing claim type in the tribunal system.
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Disability discrimination claims reached 3,481 in Q3 2025/26, up 99% year-on-year. 32% settle via ACAS. Of cases that reached a hearing, 20% succeeded. 95% are resolved without a hearing. Mean clearance time is now 34 weeks.
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Unfair dismissal is the most common tribunal claim, with 5,481 filed in Q3 2025/26, up 72% year-on-year. 32% settle via ACAS, 43% win at hearing. Mean wait time 33 weeks. Over 82% are resolved without a hearing.
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The tribunal backlog reached 30,784 single claims in Q3 2025/26, up 167% year-on-year. Mean clearance time has risen to 31 weeks — up from 19 weeks a year ago. The system adds over 5,500 cases to the backlog every quarter.
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Only 4% of tribunal claims succeed at hearing — but of cases that actually reached a hearing in Q3 2025/26, 44% won. 29% settle via ACAS. 91% are resolved without a hearing. See the real outcome data by claim type.
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UK employment tribunal claims reached 10,424 in Q3 2025/26 (October to December 2025), up 61% year-on-year. The open caseload now stands at 30,784, up 167% in a year. Whistleblowing claims more than doubled. The system disposes of fewer than half the claims it receives.
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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.
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What is gross misconduct and what are your rights if you are accused? Learn about the disciplinary process, summary dismissal, and how to challenge an unfair outcome. UK employment guide.
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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.
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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.
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The basic award for unfair dismissal is calculated using your age, complete years of service, and weekly gross pay (subject to a statutory cap). This guide explains how tribunals calculate the basic award, what can reduce it, how redundancy pay affects it, and how the Employment Rights Act 2025 fits into the picture.
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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.
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What could you get if you win an unfair dismissal claim? This guide explains the compensatory award in plain English — what it covers, how the cap works (£118,223 or 52 weeks' pay), and the common reasons tribunals reduce it.
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Worried your dismissal was unfair? This guide explains unfair dismissal examples from real tribunal cases — showing what went wrong in common scenarios and what evidence mattered.
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Automatic unfair dismissal covers around 60 legally protected grounds where dismissal may be unlawful regardless of service length or process followed. This guide explains what automatic unfair dismissal is, lists every protected ground, shows how tribunals assess causation, and explains how Employment Rights Act 2025 changes strengthen these protections.
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Understand your whistleblowing rights under UK law. Learn what counts as a protected disclosure, who is protected, compensation (uncapped), time limits, and how to report wrongdoing safely.
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Learn the 5 fair reasons for dismissal under UK law and what your employer must prove for each. Understand how to challenge capability, conduct, redundancy, statutory illegality, and SOSR dismissals.
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Can you claim unfair dismissal with less than 2 years service? Yes, in some cases. Learn about automatically unfair dismissal, discrimination, wrongful dismissal, and the ERA 2025 changes.
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Understand the key differences between wrongful and unfair dismissal in the UK. Learn qualifying periods, time limits, compensation caps, and when you can claim both. Updated for ERA 2025.
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Complete UK guide to automatic unfair dismissal. Learn which dismissals may be unlawful from day one (pregnancy, whistleblowing, health and safety, trade union), how to prove your case, compensation (including uncapped awards), interim relief, and time limits. Updated for ERA 2025.
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Strike out rates range from 2-8% depending on claim type. The biggest reasons: not having 2 years' service for unfair dismissal (32%), not responding to the tribunal (14%), and not attending hearings (12.5%). Most strike outs are avoidable – responding to tribunal letters, meeting deadlines, and checking eligibility before you claim can protect your case.
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Breach of contract occurs when your employer fails to honor employment agreement terms. Learn your rights, time limits, and what you can claim in UK employment law.
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ChatGPT can harm your employment case. Learn the risks of generic AI, real tribunal failures, and safer alternatives for UK workplace disputes.
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Understanding your employment rights in the UK. Learn what affects your rights, key laws that protect you, and what to do if they're breached.
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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.
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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.
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Complete guide to constructive dismissal in the UK. Learn what counts as a fundamental breach, the legal test, time limits, compensation up to £118,223, and how ERA 2025 changes the rules from 2026-2027.
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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.
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Facing workplace issues? Compare all your options from free advice to solicitors. See costs, pros & cons, plus how yerty can help you navigate.
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Complete UK guide to unfair dismissal. Learn the 2-year qualifying period (changing to 6 months in 2027), exceptions, compensation up to £118,223, time limits, and what to do if you've been dismissed. Updated for ERA 2025.
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