BDBF is ranked year on year as Tier 1 for Employment: Senior Executives by the @UK_Legal500. This year, all six BDBF partners are ranked in the senior executive category, showcasing the firm’s exceptional expertise and dedication. BDBF is the only firm in its category with all

Episode 1 of the BDBF Podcast is LIVE! “Suing overseas Respondents – the game-changing Prahl v Lapinski Decision” In Prahl & Others v Lapinski, the Employment Appeal Tribunal delivered a landmark ruling that protects claimants’ rights in cross-border employment disputes

Tomorrow something big drops at BDBF... The BDBF Podcast – News and insights for the employment law community. Get ready for expert insights and real-world advice, where we break down the basics of cases that matter, deliver sharp expert analysis and give you the practical

With just 1 week to go, don’t miss our must-attend lunchtime #webinar: "From prompt to Tribunal: dealing with AI-drafted employee grievances and claims." Employees are increasingly turning to AI tools like ChatGPT to help draft grievances, Tribunal claims and formal complaints.

BDBF welcomes Ben Cowdry as our new Associate. With Ben's broad experience spanning both employer and employee-side matters, combined with his passion for achieving strong results through negotiation and advocacy, we're levelling up our capabilities even further. BDBF Managing

There's still time to register for our upcoming lunchtime #webinar. With employees increasingly using AI tools like ChatGPT to draft grievances and Tribunal claims, employers need to stay ahead of the curve. On Tuesday 27 January, BDBF Senior Associate Leigh Janes and Knowledge

On 26 November 2025, the Government published a working paper exploring significant reforms – from capping non-competes at a statutory maximum (potentially 3 months), banning them for lower earners, varying limits by company size, or even an outright ban in some cases. These

The Employment Rights Bill just passed with a game-changing twist: the statutory cap on compensatory awards for ordinary unfair dismissal is being removed entirely. In its places comes a new 6-month qualifying period (from 2027), which could reshape how we manage performance and

2025 has been a game-changing year for UK employment law – and it's not over yet. From the landmark Employment Rights Act 2025, to expanded whistleblower protections, sexual harassment liabilities at work parties, and fresh equality reforms, this year has been a whirlwind of

Wrapping up an incredible 2025 at BDBF! This year, we celebrated 13 years of excellence and 30 years of expertise and were proud to be the only firm in our category with all six of our partners top ranked by @ChambersGuides and by @UK_Legal500. We were also featured as one of

Today, 18 December 2025, the Employment Rights Bill has received Royal Assent, officially becoming the Employment Rights Act 2025. Following its clearance in the House of Lords on 16 December, this landmark legislation is now law. In a dramatic late twist, Labour's original

The Employment Rights Act 2025 has just received Royal Assent today, 18 December 2025 – delivering the biggest shake-up to UK employment law in decades. Expect stronger unfair dismissal rights, longer tribunal time limits, broader family leave, and tougher anti-harassment and

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In Rice v Wicked Vision Ltd the Court of Appeal ruled that Timis and Sage v Osipov binds Employment Tribunals to permit claims brought by employee whistleblowers for the “detriment of dismissal” against co-workers and against employers on a vicarious liability basis - but only on

Employees are increasingly turning to tools like ChatGPT to write formal grievances and Employment Tribunal claims. While AI can boost productivity, it also creates new challenges for employers. Join our lunchtime #webinar on Tuesday 27 January 2026 where BDBF Senior Associate

The Employment Rights Bill is heating up with the government’s first consultations on bolstering trade union rights. From mandatory notifications about workers’ rights to join unions, to new access rules for unions in workplaces, these changes could reshape the landscape starting

It’s Christmas Jumper Day at BDBF! Today the team is rocking our most festive knitwear with pride – all to raise money for an incredible cause. Every donation goes straight to @savechildrenuk, helping give children around the world the brighter future they deserve.

Up to 54,000 mothers are forced out of work every year due to pregnancy or maternity, but the tide is turning with the UK’s Employment Rights Bill. The latest government consultation proposes game-changing protections such as banning “fair” dismissals for pregnant women and new

Festive cheer or January fear? A little planning goes a long way. Our latest top tips help you host a Christmas celebration that’s enjoyable for everyone – without the risk of a HR hangover the morning after. https://t.co/KMuFdxx1yf

Employers, are your “zero-tolerance” policies truly inclusive? The recent tribunal case of Halstead v JD Wetherspoons shines a light on the critical need for reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent employees. Read on to explore the details and key takeaways: