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Dismissal is when your employer ends your employment - reasons you can be dismissed, unfair and constructive dismissal and what to do if you're dismissed
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In certain situations, you may be able to take legal action if you’re…
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Explains planning controls relating to the storage of hazardous substances in England and how to handle development proposals around hazardous establishments.
Information and guidance on the Equality Act 2010, including age discrimination and public sector Equality Duty.
If you have a long-term mental health condition you may be considered disabled under the Equality Act 2010
Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Auerbach on 12 September 2025.
Information and advice on rabies, the viral infection of the central nervous system which affects mammals and humans.
Estimates of unfulfilled eligibility levels in the benefit system in Great Britain
Organisational definitions of terms concerned with risk and risk-related matters.
Restrictions on burning crop residues, and the rules you must follow when you burn to protect the environment and avoid causing nuisance.
How businesses and organisations can avoid causing pollution from oil and chemical storage, car washing, construction and other activities.
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