When rejecting an unsuccessful job applicant, you know not to act in a discriminatory manner. But one employer has recently come up with a novel reason to turn a potential employee down. Why could
this move be unwise?
Published 08.09.2010
Unsuccessful job applicants will sometimes ask you for feedback following the interview process. But with the increase in discrimination claims, what steps can you take to protect yourself should you
receive such a request?
Published 20.04.2009
A leading law firm has been left with egg on its face after a solicitor involved in an interview process asked how a female applicant would balance work with childcare. Seems like a reasonable
question, so why was he so wrong?
Published 23.02.2010
During a job interview you’re not allowed to ask an applicant any question that may be deemed potentially discriminatory. But that doesn’t preclude you from finding out “helpful” information. How
might this be done?
Published 05.06.2013
On average, employers spend £7,750 when recruiting a new employee. But if they then choose to leave in their first few months, it’s money down the drain. So how do you protect your recruitment costs
and stop this from happening?
Published 05.02.2009
Research shows that 77% of male employees have been sexually harassed by a female colleague. But if you receive a complaint of this nature, can you ignore the problem, or should you step in and do
something about it?
Published 02.04.2009
A woman has been awarded £2,000 after she was asked about her childcare arrangements during an interview. However, all of the other candidates were women - so why was she able to claim that she’d
suffered discrimination?
Published 16.06.2016
If you consciously treat a worker less favourably on the grounds of their sex you will have committed direct sex discrimination. But did you know that you could be vulnerable to a claim even if your
decision is unrelated to sex? Read on.
Published 04.10.2007
According to a survey of more than 2,000 employees, 58% of women have been asked whether or not they have children, or if they plan to have children, during a recruitment process. Is it OK to ask
these questions?
Published 23.03.2023
During an interview a woman asks about a flexible working arrangement from day one as she has a young child. Her statutory right only kicks in at 26 weeks so you can refuse. But why should you avoid
making a note of her query?
Published 18.05.2010