On 25 March 2024, increases to the Vento bands were made. The vento bands are what dictates the compensation awarded in employment tribunal cases for injury to feelings for discrimination.
The revised Vento bands will apply to claims presented on or after 6 April 2024 and are as follows:
- Lower band for less serious cases ranging from £1,200 to £11,700;
- A middle band ranging from £11,700 to £35,200; and
- An upper band for the most severe cases ranging from £35,200 to £58,700.
However, exceptional cases may warrant awards exceeding £58,700.
