
The return of the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB)
After more than a decade, the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB) is set to return, and it could reshape

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If you think you’re experiencing discrimination at work, you need to get expert legal advice as soon as possible. Discrimination in the workplace can be direct, such as treating someone differently simply because of their religion. It can also be indirect, such as setting job criteria that more men than women can meet.
It’s unlawful for an employer to treat an employee less favourably than another based on:
We provide support and advice on every aspect of discrimination at work including:
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At Tees, we’ll help you make sense of the situation, explain the strengths and weaknesses of your case, and show you a clear path towards resolving it. Our solicitors are experts in employment law, and we regularly deal with complex discrimination cases and claims.
We’ve worked on both sides of the fence, so we’ve heard all the arguments your employer is likely to make. We can anticipate what will happen next and guide you accordingly. All our advice will be focused on finding a quick and efficient resolution that works for you.

After more than a decade, the School Support Staff Negotiating Body (SSSNB) is set to return, and it could reshape

According to ONS data, over 20% of adults who reported sexual harassment for the year ending March 2024 said this

In Nayfeh v Barclays Bank UK Plc, the Employment Tribunal found the dismissal unfair after a sexual-harassment-related investigation and hearing

With the November 2025 Budget looming, UK employers are watching closely for possible changes that could directly impact employment costs.
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