The Top 10 Discrimination Cases & the Future of Equality Law

Introduction

Discrimination law remains one of the most active and fast-moving areas of employment law. Throughout 2026, the Employment Appeal Tribunal and appellate courts will have continued to develop key principles under the Equality Act 2010, whilst the Government's programme of employment and equality law reform is expected to generate further change. For advisers, litigators and HR professionals alike, keeping abreast of these developments will be essential as they prepare for 2027.

In this practical webinar, barrister Julian Allsop will review the 10 most significant discrimination cases decided during 2026 and explain why they matter. From disability discrimination and reasonable adjustments to protected beliefs, harassment and equal pay, the session will identify the key principles practitioners need to understand and apply when advising clients, managing workplace disputes and conducting litigation.

The webinar will also examine the state of discrimination-related legislative reform as at early 2027, highlighting the developments most likely to affect workplace advice, HR decision-making and Employment Tribunal practice in the years ahead.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• The 10 most significant discrimination law decisions from 2026
• The practical implications of those decisions for advisers, employers and HR professionals
• Key developments in disability, harassment, equal pay and other Equality Act 2010 claims
• The latest position on discrimination-related legislative reform and proposed changes to equality law
• Practical steps to prepare for developments in discrimination law during 2027