Key Lessons for Employers – Case Review: Ofsted Inspector’s Unfair Dismissal

child in a raincoat walking in a field

When is a well-intentioned act a sackable offence? That was the crux of Mr Hewston’s high-profile unfair dismissal case against Ofsted. Dismissed for gross misconduct after brushing rainwater off a child’s head, Hewston’s case travelled from an employment tribunal loss to a victory at the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) and later the Court of Appeal. […]

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Stepping back from hybrid working?

Hybrid working has become a permanent fixture in many UK workplaces, with clear benefits reported around productivity, wellbeing, and employee satisfaction. However, an increasing number of employers, particularly in professional, financial, and technical sectors, are now reassessing this balance and encouraging more in-person attendance.   There’s growing recognition that certain activities, such as mentoring junior […]

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