Episode 40: Jermaine Jenas’s BBC dismissal; far-right riots & considerations for employers; Starbucks CEO commute via private jet

The Lawdown: Employment Law Podcast Series from CM Murray LLP

In our latest episode of The Lawdown, Partners Sarah Chilton and Beth Hale, Senior Associate Wonu Sanda and Associate Kia Aoki discuss the following:

1. The dismissal of Jermaine Jenas following allegations of inappropriate behaviour, which has been the latest in a string of scandals surrounding the BBC. We consider the speed with which the BBC took action to dismiss Jenas, the increase of inappropriate behaviour taking place on messaging apps and takeaways for employers.
   
2. The far-right riots which took place across parts of England and Northern Ireland in August. We discuss what employers can do to support employees in this situation, and how to approach a situation where an employee is involved or suspected of being involved in riots or other antisocial behaviour outside the workplace.
   
3. The newly appointed Starbucks CEO has made headlines after it was revealed that he will commute from his home to the office via a private jet. We discuss the reputational issues for Starbucks, as well as wider considerations around hybrid working patterns. We also consider the “right to switch off”, which the UK government is planning to introduce, and potential challenges to its implementation.

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