A podcast offering clear, practical guidance on UK employment law and HR issues. Hosted by David Hossack, a highly experienced employment lawyer at MFMac, one of Scotland's top independent law firms. Each episode features insights from our experienced employment lawyers on key issues including all the latest employment law developments in Scotland, England and Wales, as well as regular guest speakers discussing a wide variety of UK employment law-related issues. Designed for HR professionals,…
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In this employment law podcast, David Hossack is joined by Jenny Dickson , Chair of MFMac and a leading personal injury lawyer, to explore the interplay between employment and personal injury claims arising from workplace stress and situations where employers may be said to have caused or contributed to that stress.
David Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about the forthcoming requirement for employers with 250 or more employees to publish Gender Equality Action Plans. They discuss how employers can address the gender pay gap, support employees experiencing menopause, and prepare for mandatory reporting requirements ahead of the first publication deadline in April 2028. The episode explores the practical steps…
In this bonus episode of our Employment and Immigration series, host David Hossack is joined by Stuart McWilliams and employment and immigration lawyer Lily Braunholtz to discuss recent Employment Tribunal decisions involving sponsored workers. They explore fair dismissal where sponsorship cannot continue, the discrimination risks associated with salary increases to meet visa requirements, and why…
In this podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek discuss a recent Employment Appeal Tribunal decision examining the use of "up or out" policies in the workplace, alongside wider considerations around disability discrimination , including whether endometriosis can amount to a disability. The discussion builds on themes explored in our previous podcast Endometriosis: What Employers Need to Know and…
In our latest employment podcast, David Hossack is joined by Andrew Gibson to discuss a recent Employment Appeal Tribunal case concerning the use of medicinal cannabis in the workplace. As highlighted, you can also listen to our previous podcast on this topic, Medicinal Cannabis in the Workplace , for additional context and background.
David Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about the new EHRC Code of Practice on Services, Public Functions and Associations, and what this means for organisations, particularly in relation to the provision of single-sex services and facilities.
Hosted by David Hossack , with Stuart McWilliams , Partner at MFMac, this episode explores visa options beyond sponsorship and how employers can use them more strategically. From the Global Talent visa to other emerging routes, we discuss key advantages, limitations and practical considerations, including flexibility, settlement pathways and changing immigration rules. A concise look at how…
In this episode of our employment law podcast, David Hossack and Lily Braunholtz explore the case of Shaji v Swan Care Solutions Ltd , in which a sponsored worker was awarded nearly £30,000 after his employer failed to provide him with work for a year. For more insights on immigration and employment law developments, sign up to our immigration e-bulletin .
In this episode, David Hossack and Stuart McWilliams discuss the legal and practical challenges of managing employees on visas. They cover key issues such as monitoring visa status, approaching expiry, and whether sponsorship is the right step, alongside the Home Office's expectations on timing and compliance. The conversation also highlights the human impact and considers how businesses can take…
In this employment podcast, Elise Turner , Legal Director at MFMac, speaks with host David Hossack about recent reports suggesting a rise in polygamous working and the steps employers can take to address this apparent trend.
Host David Hossack is joined by Rebecca Linford from Protect , the UK's leading whistleblowing charity, to discuss how organisations can introduce effective whistleblowing processes and what can get in the way of these working well in practice. The episode highlights Protect's support for employers, including practical guidance and training opportunities for organisations looking to strengthen…
