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Can Menopause Be a Disability at Work?

Menopause is becoming an increasingly important workplace conversation, raising a crucial question for employers and HR professionals: can menopause be a disability at work? A recent Employment Tribunal case, Ms Julia Miller v University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (2025),…

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  • Discrimination
  • , Employment Law
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Rising Menopause Tribunal Cases: What Do They Mean for Employers?

Menopause is now firmly part of the workplace conversation. October is Menopause Awareness Month. The conversation has moved on from awareness alone. It now includes legal accountability, business risk, and credible action. The increase in UK menopause tribunal cases is…

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ADHD Employment Tribunal Case: What Shevlin v Wiley Means for Employers

Neurodiversity in the workplace attracts increasing attention, with conditions such as ADHD and dyslexia more frequently cited in Employment Tribunal claims under the Equality Act 2010. These claims highlight employers’ legal duties — particularly around making reasonable adjustments and avoiding…

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Disability Discrimination: McQueen v General Optical Council

Disability discrimination claims can be complex, particularly when workplace behaviour is in the spotlight. The case of McQueen v General Optical Council [2023] EAT 36 is a useful example of disability discrimination claim under Section 15. It reminds employers that…

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