Morton Fraser MacRoberts Podcasts
507 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★ - 1 ratingMorton Fraser MacRoberts' employment lawyers are straight talking and will provide clear, pragmatic advice.
Our team of specialist employment lawyers, based in Edinburgh and Glasgow, help you solve problems swiftly, cost effectively and in a way that best manages the situation.
Our weekly podcast breaks down the biggest issues facing employers and employees in the UK today. Subscribe to listen to each episode as it is released.
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Episodes
Stand By Your Client: Preparing for Mediation (Part One)
April 09, 2021 08:59 - 10 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this sixth podcast from our series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna consider how to prepare your case for the mediation session.
Mediation: Stand By Your Client - Preparing for Mediation (Part One)
April 09, 2021 08:59 - 10 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this sixth podcast from our series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna consider how to prepare your case for the mediation session.
Checking EU nationals right to work after Brexit
April 08, 2021 08:09 - 7 minutes - 14.4 MBDavid Hossack and Stuart McWilliams discuss how right to work checks have been affected by the recent changes to immigration law and what steps employers should be taking now to prepare for future changes.
Immigration Law: Checking EU nationals right to work after Brexit
April 08, 2021 08:09 - 7 minutes - 14.4 MBDavid Hossack and Stuart McWilliams discuss how right to work checks have been affected by the recent changes to immigration law and what steps employers should be taking now to prepare for future changes.
Employment Law: The future of Shared Parental Leave - time for an update?
April 01, 2021 08:15 - 17 minutes - 31.3 MBSarah Gilzean talks to Rachel Crasnow QC about what the future may hold for Shared Parental Leave, the impact of recent case law and the case for reform of the statutory scheme, which is currently only used by 2% of those eligible.
The future of Shared Parental Leave - time for an update?
April 01, 2021 08:15 - 17 minutes - 31.3 MBSarah Gilzean talks to Rachel Crasnow QC about what the future may hold for Shared Parental Leave, the impact of recent case law and the case for reform of the statutory scheme, which is currently only used by 2% of those eligible.
Employment Law: Does raising a grievance impact on the success of a constructive dismissal claim?
March 26, 2021 09:51 - 10 minutes - 18.9 MBIn our weekly podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek look at the law of constructive dismissal and discuss a recent case which looked at the issue of affirmation when a grievance is raised.
Does raising a grievance impact on the success of a constructive dismissal claim?
March 26, 2021 09:51 - 10 minutes - 18.9 MBIn our weekly podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek look at the law of constructive dismissal and discuss a recent case which looked at the issue of affirmation when a grievance is raised.
Stale diversity training won't protect employers from harassment claims
March 19, 2021 09:22 - 8 minutes - 14.9 MBDavid Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about a recent case where it was found that the employer's diversity training had gone 'stale' and that they should have done refresher training in order to defend the claim. We will be running a session on the lessons of this case and what we can offer to employers in terms of equality and diversity training on 27 April - details coming soon.
Employment Law: Stale diversity training won't protect employers from harassment claims
March 19, 2021 09:22 - 8 minutes - 14.9 MBDavid Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about a recent case where it was found that the employer's diversity training had gone 'stale' and that they should have done refresher training in order to defend the claim. We will be running a session on the lessons of this case and what we can offer to employers in terms of equality and diversity training on 27 April - details coming soon.
Stand By Your Client: Selecting a Mediator
March 18, 2021 09:31 - 14 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this fifth podcast from our series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna discuss where to look and some key factors you might want to consider when selecting a mediator.
Mediation: Stand By Your Client - Selecting a Mediator
March 18, 2021 09:31 - 14 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this fifth podcast from our series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna discuss where to look and some key factors you might want to consider when selecting a mediator.
Employment law - what's coming up in April?
March 11, 2021 09:28 - 10 minutes - 18.8 MBIn our weekly employment law podcast, Innes Clark discusses with David Hossack the key employment law changes happening in April including the extension of the furlough scheme, National Minimum Wage changes, the Employment Tribunal compensation award increase, changes to IR35 in the private sector and changes to post-employment notice pay.
Employment Law: What's coming up in April?
March 11, 2021 09:28 - 10 minutes - 18.8 MBIn our weekly employment law podcast, Innes Clark discusses with David Hossack the key employment law changes happening in April including the extension of the furlough scheme, National Minimum Wage changes, the Employment Tribunal compensation award increase, changes to IR35 in the private sector and changes to post-employment notice pay.
Pregnant Employees' Rights during the COVID pandemic
March 04, 2021 09:02 - 9 minutes - 17.2 MBwe look at the obligations employers owe any pregnant members of staff during the COVID pandemic and what steps employers and pregnant employees should take to best protect their position.
Employment Law: Pregnant Employees' Rights during the COVID pandemic
March 04, 2021 09:02 - 9 minutes - 17.2 MBwe look at the obligations employers owe any pregnant members of staff during the COVID pandemic and what steps employers and pregnant employees should take to best protect their position.
Mediation: Stand By Your Client - Dealing with Obstacles to Mediation
March 03, 2021 09:37 - 16 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this fourth podcast from our series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna explore some of the obstacles that lawyers might face when suggesting mediation and how to overcome them.
Stand By Your Client: Dealing with Obstacles to Mediation
March 03, 2021 09:37 - 16 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this fourth podcast from our series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna explore some of the obstacles that lawyers might face when suggesting mediation and how to overcome them.
Working Parents and School Closures: the Impossible Juggle?
February 23, 2021 12:07 - 13 minutes - 24.4 MBIn our latest podcast, we look at the impact the COVID pandemic school closures have had on working parents, particularly working mums. We explore what options are available to those struggling to balance work commitments and childcare and offer advice to both employers and employees on navigating these issues.
Employment Law: Working Parents and School Closures: the Impossible Juggle?
February 23, 2021 12:07 - 13 minutes - 24.4 MBIn our latest podcast, we look at the impact the COVID pandemic school closures have had on working parents, particularly working mums. We explore what options are available to those struggling to balance work commitments and childcare and offer advice to both employers and employees on navigating these issues.
Covert workplace recordings - issues for employers to consider
February 18, 2021 16:02 - 15 minutes - 27.8 MBIn our latest employment law podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek discuss the approach Employment Tribunals take towards covert recordings and some of the points employers should bear in mind, particularly in the current pandemic.
Employment Law: Covert workplace recordings - issues for employers to consider
February 18, 2021 16:02 - 15 minutes - 27.8 MBIn our latest employment law podcast, David Hossack and Fiona Meek discuss the approach Employment Tribunals take towards covert recordings and some of the points employers should bear in mind, particularly in the current pandemic.
Employment Law: Vaccine Passport to Pimlico
February 10, 2021 16:15 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MBDavid Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about whether employers can compel staff to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and whether it might be discriminatory to do so.
Vaccine Passport to Pimlico
February 10, 2021 16:15 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MBDavid Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about whether employers can compel staff to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and whether it might be discriminatory to do so.
Can employers compel staff to be vaccinated?
February 10, 2021 16:15 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MBDavid Hossack talks to Sarah Gilzean about whether employers can compel staff to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and whether it might be discriminatory to do so.
Stand By Your Client: When is the Best Time to Mediate?
February 10, 2021 09:47 - 12 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this third podcast from our new series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna explore some of the factors to consider when deciding when to mediate.
Mediation: Stand By Your Client - When is the Best Time to Mediate?
February 10, 2021 09:47 - 12 minutes - 22.5 MBIn this third podcast from our new series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna explore some of the factors to consider when deciding when to mediate.
Employment law - what to expect in 2021 - Part 3
February 04, 2021 09:15 - 17 minutes - 31.3 MBIn the final part of our podcast on what to expect in 2021, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the cases that are likely to make the headlines this year.
Employment Law: What to expect in 2021 - Part 3
February 04, 2021 09:15 - 17 minutes - 31.3 MBIn the final part of our podcast on what to expect in 2021, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the cases that are likely to make the headlines this year.
Employment Law: What to expect in 2021 - Part 2
January 29, 2021 10:14 - 12 minutes - 22.2 MBIn part 2 of a 3 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the employment law changes that can be expected in the second half of 2021 and beyond.
Employment law - what to expect in 2021 - Part 2
January 29, 2021 10:14 - 12 minutes - 22.2 MBIn part 2 of a 3 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the employment law changes that can be expected in the second half of 2021 and beyond.
Free Trade Agreement - The Breakdown
January 28, 2021 15:22 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MBDirector of Key Clients and Tenders, Ruth McCallister and Legal Director, Lynda Towers discuss the Free Trade Agreement following the UK's departure from the EU including what it covers, and what it doesn't
Brexit: Free Trade Agreement - The Breakdown
January 28, 2021 15:22 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MBDirector of Key Clients and Tenders, Ruth McCallister and Legal Director, Lynda Towers discuss the Free Trade Agreement following the UK's departure from the EU including what it covers, and what it doesn't
Stand By Your Client: Why Mediate?
January 26, 2021 17:19 - 16 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this second podcast from our new series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna explore some of the reasons why mediation might be a good option in some cases
Mediation: Stand By Your Client - Why Mediate?
January 26, 2021 17:19 - 16 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this second podcast from our new series on how to best represent your client at mediation, David Hossack and Laura McKenna explore some of the reasons why mediation might be a good option in some cases
Taylor v Jaguar: What employers can learn about diversity and inclusion
January 25, 2021 14:31 - 15 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this podcast Sarah Gilzean talks to Robin White, the barrister for the successful claimant in the recent case of Taylor v Jaguar Land Rover. They discuss the valuable lessons employers can learn about diversity, inclusion and supporting transgender employees.
Employment Law: Taylor v Jaguar - What employers can learn about diversity and inclusion
January 25, 2021 14:31 - 15 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this podcast Sarah Gilzean talks to Robin White, the barrister for the successful claimant in the recent case of Taylor v Jaguar Land Rover. They discuss the valuable lessons employers can learn about diversity, inclusion and supporting transgender employees.
Employment Law : What to expect in 2021 - Part 1
January 21, 2021 12:36 - 8 minutes - 16 MBIn part 1 of a 3 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the employment law changes that can be expected in the first half of 2021.
Employment law - what to expect in 2021 - Part 1
January 21, 2021 12:36 - 8 minutes - 16 MBIn part 1 of a 3 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the employment law changes that can be expected in the first half of 2021.
Dismissing employees with less than 2 years' service - tactics to reduce the risk of a claim
January 15, 2021 10:44 - 12 minutes - 22.4 MBIn part 2 of a 2 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the practical steps that employers can take to reduce the risk of an Employment Tribunal claim.
Employment Law: Dismissing employees with less than 2 years' service - tactics to reduce the risk of a claim
January 15, 2021 10:44 - 12 minutes - 22.4 MBIn part 2 of a 2 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the practical steps that employers can take to reduce the risk of an Employment Tribunal claim.
Dismissing employees with less than 2 years' service - the risks
January 07, 2021 09:18 - 9 minutes - 18.2 MBIn part 1 of a 2 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the risks for employers when dismissing employees with less than 2 years' service.
Employment Law: Dismissing employees with less than 2 years' service - the risks
January 07, 2021 09:18 - 9 minutes - 18.2 MBIn part 1 of a 2 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the risks for employers when dismissing employees with less than 2 years' service.
Stand by your client
January 06, 2021 09:07 - 6 minutes - 11.1 MBMediators from Morton Fraser, David Hossack and Laura McKenna are providing a new series of podcast for lawyers who want to know more about how to get the best from mediation so that it can be used to resolve clients' disputes more effectively. They are also running free training sessions for lawyers on the topics covered in the podcasts.
Mediation: Stand by your client
January 06, 2021 09:07 - 6 minutes - 11.1 MBMediators from Morton Fraser, David Hossack and Laura McKenna are providing a new series of podcast for lawyers who want to know more about how to get the best from mediation so that it can be used to resolve clients' disputes more effectively. They are also running free training sessions for lawyers on the topics covered in the podcasts.
Employment Law: Review of the year 2020 - Part 2
December 21, 2020 09:11 - 10 minutes - 20 MBIn part 2 of our review of the year, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the key employment law issues from June onwards.
Employment law review of the year 2020 - Part 2
December 21, 2020 09:11 - 10 minutes - 20 MBIn part 2 of our review of the year, Innes Clark and David Hossack look at the key employment law issues from June onwards.
Employment law review of the year 2020 - Part 1
December 16, 2020 11:31 - 10 minutes - 19.5 MBIn part 1 of a 2 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look back at the earlier part of 2020 and discuss the key employment law developments that made the headlines.
Employment Law: Review of the year 2020 - Part 1
December 16, 2020 11:31 - 10 minutes - 19.5 MBIn part 1 of a 2 part podcast, Innes Clark and David Hossack look back at the earlier part of 2020 and discuss the key employment law developments that made the headlines.
Only 20 windows left on the Brexit advent calendar
December 11, 2020 15:03 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBRuth McCallister talks with Lynda Towers as we count down to 31st December. What are the likely impacts - on individuals as well as businesses and organisations?