Employment law in England and Wales governs the relationship between employers and employees—from the moment you sign your contract to the day you leave. If you've ever wondered about your rights at work, whether you can challenge an unfair dismissal, or how to handle workplace discrimination, this is the area of law that protects you. Most employment disputes are resolved through the Employment Tribunal, a specialist court that hears claims about unfair dismissal, discrimination, unpaid wages, whistleblowing, and much more. Before you can bring a claim, you'll usually need to go through ACAS Early Conciliation—a free service designed to help you and your employer reach an agreement without the stress and cost of a tribunal hearing. The key legislation includes the Employment Rights Act 1996, which covers unfair dismissal and redundancy rights, the Equality Act 2010 protecting you from discrimination, and the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 for whistleblower protections. The Working Time Regulations 1998 ensure you're entitled to rest breaks and annual leave. Our employment law articles explain these rights in plain English, whether you're facing a grievance, negotiating a settlement agreement, or simply trying to understand your employment contract.
I've Been Suspended Following a Pupil Allegation. What Happens Next?
Suspended after a pupil allegation in England? Understand the investigation, safeguarding roles, written information and meeting rights, step by step.
Suspended from School: Is It Justified, and What Pay and Support Can I Ask For?
Understand when school suspension is justified, salary during an investigation, review arrangements and the wellbeing support you can ask for in England.
After a Pupil Allegation: References, Returning to Teaching and Compensation
What a pupil allegation means for references, returning to teaching, resignation and compensation in England, with practical steps and a real tribunal case.
Can a Missing Prenup Still Count? What IC v AD Means for Your Divorce
A missing signed prenup may still affect your divorce. Understand IC v AD, the evidence to keep, and how needs and unclear wording can change the outcome.
Choosing a UK Boarding School from Overseas: The Comparison Guide
A practical England guide for international parents: compare boarding patterns, holidays, culture, guardians and support before accepting a place.
When the Boarding House Closes: Exeat, Guardians, Visas and Holiday Planning
How international families can plan exeat weekends, school closures, guardians and Child Student visa accommodation without last-minute surprises.
Faith, Culture and Additional Needs at UK Boarding School: Questions to Ask Before Enrolment
A parent-first guide to checking worship, food, festivals, cultural belonging and additional-needs support in a UK boarding setting.
I Have Parental Responsibility — Why Has the Boarding School Cut Me Out of Updates?
An England guide for separated parents who are being excluded from boarding-school updates, welfare information or decisions.
The Boarding School Says It Cannot Meet My Child’s Needs — What Now?
An England guide for parents when a boarding school says it cannot meet a disabled child’s needs: adjustments, evidence and the SEND Tribunal route.
My Child Is Being Bullied in the Boarding House: What Should I Ask the School to Do?
A practical England guide for parents worried about boarding-house bullying: immediate safety, evidence, complaints and what the school should do.
