Issue 747

Big increase in gig economy workers

The number of precarious workers has risen dramatically over the last few years, with the result that many more workers are being denied basic employment rights.

Same policy, different decision

It was acceptable for two tribunals to reach different decisions in two age discrimination cases relating to the same policy, because different facts applied.

Structured approach

When considering a whistleblowing claim, tribunals must adopt an approach that follows a specific order so that they are prompted to ask certain questions.