Peter Bone: Disgraced ex-Tory MP’s partner selected to stand in his seat January 7, 2024 The partner of the disgraced ex-Conservative MP Peter Bone has been selected to stand in his seat in a bid to replace him in the Wellingborough by-election.
Lawyers warn regulator will want to send a strong message over non-financial misconduct December 11, 2023 There has been an uptick in firms facing scrutiny over non-financial misconduct, say lawyers, and this won’t be slowing down anytime soon they have warned. James Alleyne, legal director at Kingsley Napley noted, “non-financial misconduct is clearly a priority for the FCA.” He added: “regulated firms are certainly more conscious than ever about staff behaviour [...]
Diary of a Lawyer: How rape is being decriminalised November 29, 2023 In recent years, a disturbing trend has emerged where rape is becoming decriminalised, writes Dr Charlotte Proudman
Bring in mini-golf, the boozy office Christmas party is now history November 27, 2023 In true British style, one activity has long been at the heart of our workplace culture—drinking. But Gen Z employees are shunning booze, and putting an end to the alcohol-laden Christmas party.
More than a third of women sexually harassed on train and Tube journeys – BTP November 18, 2023 More than a third of all British women who travel by railway are likely to be assaulted during their commute, new data commissioned by the British Transport Police (BTP) has revealed. BTP data also indicates that most assaults occur during the evening rush hour when trains are packed and busy. Unacceptable behaviour such as leering, [...]
McDonald’s: Sexual abuse at fast food chain ‘normal’, union chief warns November 14, 2023 The president of the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union, said that it was “normal” for McDonald's employees to be touched inappropriately.
McDonald’s faces UK legal claim as sexual assault allegations intensify November 9, 2023 Alistair Macrow, chief of McDonald’s UK and Ireland, said the company is “determined to root out” behaviour which falls below expected standards.
Treasury Committee chief: I had my JP Morgan bonus cut for taking maternity leave November 5, 2023 Harriett Baldwin, who chairs the Treasury Committee, told the Observer that she experienced a “glass ceiling” while working at the investment bank.
Odey Asset Management confirms winding down after sexual harassment scandal October 31, 2023 Odey Asset Management announced on Tuesday that it will be closing.
Odey moves to shut down another unit following sexual harassment scandal October 25, 2023 Odey Asset Management is due to close another company subsidiary as the firm continues to rebuild following a sexual harassment scandal involving founder Crispin Odey.