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Employment Tribunals and Systemic Barriers for Litigants in Person (LiPs): A Case for Reform
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Employment Tribunals and Systemic Barriers for Litigants in Person (LiPs): A Case for Reform

Written by John Barwell 30 March 202518 August 2026

Employment tribunals were meant to be accessible for all, but unrepresented claimants—known as Litigants in Person—face a justice system that’s structurally rigged.

The Challenges Facing Litigants in Person in Employment Tribunals – and How to Prepare
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The Challenges Facing Litigants in Person in Employment Tribunals – and How to Prepare

Written by John Barwell 10 January 202518 August 2026

Learn practical steps to navigate ACAS and Employment Tribunals as a Litigant in Person and overcome the challenges of self-representation.

The Public Interest Disclosure Act: A Double-Edged Sword for Whistleblowers
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The Public Interest Disclosure Act: A Double-Edged Sword for Whistleblowers

Written by John Barwell 17 July 202417 August 2026

In an era valuing transparency and accountability, this article examines the effectiveness of the UK’s Public Interest Disclosure Act in protecting whistleblowers.

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