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Employment Law Matters

Daniel Barnett
Employment Law
Age Discrimination
Workplace Investigations
Unfair Dismissal
Agency Workers
Investigative Techniques
Disability Discrimination
HR Professionals
British Employment Law
Discrimination Law
LGBTQ Rights
Employment Tribunal Claims
Right To Disconnect
Deception Detection
HR Practices
Equality Act 2010
Workplace Drug Testing
Flexible Working
Occupational Health
Malingering

Are you an HR Professional or employment lawyer? Do you love employment law? Employment Law Matters is presented by London employment law barrister Daniel Barnett. You'll learn how to deal with tricky, practical, employment law and HR issues in regular, weekly, bite-sized chunks.

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In this episode, Daniel Barnett considers the impact for employers and lawyers on the proposed removal of the cap for the unfair dismissal compensatory award.

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In this episode, I discuss the impact of AI in HR. 

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In this bonus episode, I tell you about the Virtual Employment Law Academy, which launches in January 2025.

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Recent Guests

Dan Tatton-Brown
Kings Counsel of Littleton Chambers
Littleton Chambers
Episode: S10 E12 - Director's duties, plus more on witness familiarisation
Michael Salter
Employment barrister and judge
42 Bedford Row
Episode: S10 E12 - Director's duties, plus more on witness familiarisation
Zain Malek
HR Professional
Vista HR
Episode: S10 E12 - Director's duties, plus more on witness familiarisation
Eleena Misra
KC of Old Square Chambers
Old Square Chambers
Episode: S10 E11 - Recruitment and witness familiarisation
Nancy Prest
Representative from Doodle HR
Doodle HR
Episode: S10 E11 - Recruitment and witness familiarisation
Bob Regnerus
Business coach specializing in personal and professional development.
sparksession.net
Episode: S10 E09 - Setting goals, dismissing problem employees, and tricky redundancy issues
David Reade
Employment law specialist.
Littleton Chambers
Episode: S10 E09 - Setting goals, dismissing problem employees, and tricky redundancy issues
Jeremy Scott Joynt
Member of Outer Temple Chambers and expert in compliance and data protection
Outer Temple Chambers
Episode: S10 E06 - Employee privacy, workplace burnout & resilience, and a day in the life of a trade union lawyer
Shantha David
Head of Legal Services at Unison, advocating for workers' rights
Unison
Episode: SE10 E05 - Acas Early Conciliation, Workplace Burnout and Resilience (part 1), and A Day in the Life of a Trade Union Lawyer (part 1)

Host

Daniel Barnett
Host and barrister specializing in employment law, providing practical insights and guidance on navigating complex employment law issues.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 542 ratings
  • Outstanding

    Daniel is beyond what is considered a good legal mind.He explains complex legal issues in a very simple and unambiguous fashion and that is only at the reach of a few.I wish that Daniel was my lawyer but unfortunately I am based in Gibraltar.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Duncan Cerisola
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • DB Podcasts

    Always interesting, concise informative and worth taking the time to listen to. I would recommend to anyone who is interested in HR and employment law.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marky Jessy
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A wonderful podcast full of expert advice and guidance!

    Daniel Barnett is a Genuis in the world of employment law and the brilliance of his podcast is that he gives advice from the employer perspective which is a rare find and treat! For those of us working in HR, dealing with the multiple layers of working life, Daniel brings his no nonsense approach and guide to even the most complex of situations. He is a master of his craft and the first place I look to for workable HR guidance and advice. This podcast is a great way to refresh yourself with cur... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lelbel74
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Incredibly informative

    Daniel’s employment law episodes are so informative and really help to make some particularly tricky topics so much easier to understand!

    Clear to follow and super convenient as a podcast. Listen in the car or on a run/walk etc.

    A no brainer for all HR professionals to stay up to date and in the know.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DSP-Helix
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • A great way to learn employment law

    If you are looking to learn some employment law, this podcast is a handy resource for ‘on the go’ learning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TraineeSolicitor
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the clarity and simplicity with which complex legal matters are explained, making them accessible to both legal professionals and laypersons.
The practical advice provided is regarded as invaluable for HR practices and is frequently applied in real-world scenarios by listeners.
Many reviewers mention that the podcast serves as a crucial resource for staying updated on employment law developments.
Feedback often highlights the engaging style of the host, combining expertise with a personable approach, making the podcast enjoyable to listen to.
The mix of expert guests combined with the host's insights adds depth to the discussions, which listeners find highly beneficial.

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S10 E12 - Director's duties, plus more on witness familiarisation
Q: What right does a director have if he or she isn't invited to a board meeting which has been called specifically to discuss their termination?
Check the Articles of Association for specific rights.
S10 E12 - Director's duties, plus more on witness familiarisation
Q: If two director employees have equal shareholdings, how does one director dismiss the other?
It can be complicated and depends on the articles of association of the company.
S10 E12 - Director's duties, plus more on witness familiarisation
Q: Is there a difference between a director's service agreement and a director's contract of employment?
No, they are just two different ways of describing the same thing.
S10 E11 - Recruitment and witness familiarisation
Q: Can an employer use social media to vet potential new employees?
Yes, but they must be cautious and comply with GDPR and data protection principles because obtaining information from social media means processing personal data.
S10 E11 - Recruitment and witness familiarisation
Q: What are we legally allowed to do to attract a more diverse candidate poll?
Employers can connect with local groups and ensure awareness of vacancies to increase diversity among candidates, which includes the ability to take steps to attract candidates from disadvantaged groups under sections 158 and 159 of the Equality Act.

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Topics related to employment law, human resources (HR), and the intersection of legal compliance and workplace fairness dominate discussions within the series. Episodes typically feature engaging insights from the host, who is a barrister specializing in employment law, alongside contributions from various experts in the field. The content is tailored primarily for HR professionals and legal practitioners, helping them navigate complex scenarios such as disciplinary procedures, redundancies, and employee rights. A unique emphasis on practical advice and real-world applications makes the series particularly accessible, often transforming dense legal concepts into engaging, digestible formats that are relevant for listeners at various levels ... more

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