Issue 751

Sick pay scandal

A union body has highlighted the plight of vulnerable workers who don’t get paid when they’re ill and may therefore end up with no work over the festive season.

Specific allegation

When alleging that an employee has been guilty of misconduct, employers must specify what they are supposed to have done to avoid a finding of unfair dismissal.

Discrimination by association

When considering a claim of discrimination linked to someone else’s disability, tribunals must be careful not to make assumptions that might pigeonhole people.