“Is Training Something You’re Interested in at Your Age?” PwC Settles Discrimination Claim for £150,000

February 13, 2026February 11, 2026 by Tom Street

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11 February 2026 | Tom Street, Solicitor What does 40 years of loyal service count for? At PricewaterhouseCoopers in Belfast, apparently not enough to protect you from being asked whether training is really something you’re interested in “at your age.” A former PwC executive support assistant has settled her age and disability discrimination claim against the company for £150,000, supported by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. She gave more …

Universal Basic Income: Are We Preparing for Jobs to Disappear or Fighting to Keep Them?

February 4, 2026February 4, 2026 by Tom Street

Universal Basic Income & AI Job Losses: Modern UK office space split diagonally showing half with diverse workers actively employed and half with empty desks and subtle AI holographic presence above vacant chairs

4 February 2026 • By Tom Street Disclaimer: This article contains Tom Street’s personal opinion and commentary on employment policy. It is not legal advice for your specific circumstances. For advice on your individual situation, please contact us directly. Tom Street is a solicitor regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA No. 566718). Last week, investment minister Jason Stockwood told the Financial Times that the government is considering a Universal …