Episode 18: FCA Board Diversity Proposals, Tackling Staff Burnout and the Dramatic Rise in Menopause-Related Tribunal Claims

The Lawdown: Employment Law Podcast Series from CM Murray LLP

In our latest episode of The Lawdown, Partners Beth Hale and Emma Bartlett discuss with Associate Pooja Dasgupta:

• The FCA’s consultation on proposals to boost disclosure of diversity on listed company Boards and Executive Committees, including the wide-ranging benefits of embracing such proposals and enforcement considerations;
• Creative measures taken by firms to tackle staff burnout and workplace stress, including introducing unlimited leave policies and annual workplace closures, and the potential advantages and disadvantages of implementing such policies; and
• The sharp increase in menopause-related Employment Tribunal claims in the past 4 to 5 years, including an overview of some of the interesting facts in play in some of the cases that have gone to Tribunal, and best practice tips for employers in educating themselves on the menopause and making appropriate adjustments, as necessary.

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