Issue 779

Threat to workers’ rights from trade talks

Following the decision to leave the EU, the UK has engaged in commercial talks with other countries, many of which have a poor record of labour movement rights.

Third stage test

When trying to decide who is a worker in a three-way set-up, tribunals must ensure that they have considered all the issues that are pertinent to the situation.

Restraining a key competitor

It is perfectly lawful for employers to impose contractual restrictions on employees in case they leave to work for a competitor as long as they are rational.