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How much protection does a protected conversation give?

By Sarah Lovell and Alison Weatherhead
June 23, 2026
  • Tribunal claims
  • Unfair dismissal
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On our website, we look at what employers can take away from a recent EAT decision on protected conversations, including the limits of the protection and the importance of handling exit discussions carefully. You can read our insight here.

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Sarah Lovell

About Sarah Lovell

Sarah is a hugely experienced litigator, having successfully defended many claims in both the Employment Tribunal and the Employment Appeal Tribunal. She has dealt with a wide range of claims, including all forms of discrimination, unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, whistleblowing and holiday pay claims.

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Alison Weatherhead

About Alison Weatherhead

Alison supports and advises clients on the full range of human resource queries and acts for clients in employment tribunals and judicial mediations, predominantly for employers. Her experience in tribunals includes advising on unfair dismissal, disability discrimination claims, whistleblowing claims and unlawful deductions from wages.

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