I spent a large part of my working life representing people at Industrial Tribunals, and in fact represented (and won) a personal case for unfair dismissal. I really do feel that this present government is set on returning to almost victorian principles in respect of employment. I am sure that Richard would agree that employment law is a very complex matter and employed persons need to have access to full representation in all matters which affect their rights. If we are not careful we will revert to a "Doff your cap to the master" situation in employment.There may well be an argument that the law has been allowed to favour the employed person but surely this is an essential principle of our legal system that there is protection for the vunerable in society