Employment Snapshot February 2025
Thursday 27th February 2025
Welcome to Gordons Employment Team’s latest update
This month we will cover:
- Expression of beliefs in the workplace,
- Managing returns to the office, what should employers be aware of?
Expression of beliefs in the workplace – unlawful dismissal for social media posts
Dismissal of an employee for posts made on her personal Facebook page relating to her beliefs was held to be discriminatory in Higgs v Farmor’s School.
Returning to the office – what should employers be aware of?
Many organisations adopted remote and hybrid working models during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as reported by the press in recent weeks, employers are now progressively hardening their position on employees returning to the office.
Many employers believe working in the office enhances team collaboration and ensures junior or newer staff members are provided with adequate support and supervision. However, employees who have become accustomed to a more flexible mode of working are likely to exhibit some resistance. What do employers need to consider?
If you require any further information on the above topics, please do not hesitate to get in contact with a member of the Employment Team.
Sign up to our upcoming webinar, with Armstrong Watson on Tuesday 11 March, 10am.
Employment experts, Mary Walker and Mike Patterson will be presenting the latest updates on the employment rights bill and sexual harassment legislation, alongside tax and payroll issues. Sign up here: Registration
