Legislation
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What should you do if one of your employees is unable to carry out their normal day-to-day duties as a result of injury or illness, and how can you help them return to work? Sarah Gudgin explains the legal implications.
Posted: 21 October 2010 | 14:48
Religious disputes in the workplace have made a number of newspaper headlines of late. Solicitor Katie Holden outlines where employers stand in respect of the law and what steps they should take to ensure compliance.
Posted: 14 October 2010 | 11:19
On 30 September, around 20,000 organisations had to register for the CRC Efficiency Scheme - new legislation aimed at cutting carbon emissions - or risk facing fines. However, experts who gathered at a recent Caterer roundtable event agreed that the Government has not done enough to publicise the new regulations. Daniel Thomas sat in on the discussion.
Posted: 13 October 2010 | 14:30
There is still a significant gap in earnings between men and women, despite the Equal Pay Act being introduced 40 years ago. Solicitor Ann Munro outlines employers' legal obligations in respect of equal pay.
Posted: 07 October 2010 | 14:57
Employers will be banned from asking job applicants about their health after most provisions of the 2010 Equality Act take effect from today (1 October). Among other changes to the law is the introduction of...
Posted: 01 October 2010 | 11:09
The Equality Act 2010 replaces the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 from today. Solicitor Nicola McMahon outlines what the Act entails and what employers can do to ensure they are not discriminating on the grounds of sex.
Posted: 30 September 2010 | 15:10
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) met officials from the Home Office yesterday to express the concerns the licensed trade has about the Government's proposed changes to the Licensing Act....
Posted: 29 September 2010 | 16:10
What steps can be taken to avoid under-representation of particular groups in the workplace, particularly as the law currently frowns on positive discrimination. Solicitor James Hall outlines the legal requirements.
Posted: 24 September 2010 | 12:55
If you want to change the terms and conditions of employment of your staff, perhaps as an alternative to redundancy, you'll need to gain their consent and give them a full consultation. Solicitor Sarah Gudgin outlines the legal implications.
Posted: 16 September 2010 | 15:05
Experts warn that the cap on skilled foreign workers from outside the European Union, which the Government will introduce in April next year, will cause major recruitment problems for parts of the UK hospitality industry. Nick Huber reports.
Posted: 16 September 2010 | 10:39
The abolition of the default retirement age will have a huge impact on how employers operate their businesses. Although the DRA won't be completely scrapped until 1 October 2011...
Posted: 09 September 2010 | 16:15
The vetting and barring scheme, which affects those working in education and health services, is due to be 'fundamentally remodelled'. Emilie Bennetts asks what this means for those working with children or vulnerable adults.
Posted: 09 September 2010 | 16:13
A patchwork of local authority initiatives on alcohol pricing is no way to address the problems of binge-drinking. What is required is a national policy, says Trevor Watson, a director at leisure property firm Davis Coffer Lyons.
Posted: 09 September 2010 | 14:21
Employment tribunals have been faced with a surge in cases involving alleged harassment in the workplace - but they have not been inclined to accept such claims at face value. Solicitor Emilie Bennetts explains why.
Posted: 02 September 2010 | 14:55
As any employer will agree, good staff appearance is essential, especially those in a customer-facing role. But where do you stand legally if an employee regularly turns up for work with visible sports injuries, asks Sarah Gudgin.
Posted: 27 August 2010 | 16:33
When a member of staff leaves your employment, willingly or not, they might be tempted to take confidential data with them. Solicitor Nicola McMahon explains how to protect your business from such unwanted leaks.
Posted: 13 August 2010 | 10:22
Topics covered in our weekly Infozone briefing include: hospitality vacancies dry up; new legislation for old; and morale key to employee retention.
Posted: 12 August 2010 | 14:25
What happens when you are faced with a substantial legal claim but you do not have the money or financial backing to fight the case in court? Litigation specialist Razi Mireskandari explains the funding options available.
Posted: 06 August 2010 | 10:19
With summer upon us, more businesses will be looking to recruit temporary workers to cover short-term busy periods. Legal expert Clare Thomas describes an employer's responsibility with regard to employment status.
Posted: 30 July 2010 | 16:05
With the default retirement age for workers due to be phased out - and increased concern over exposure to claims of age discrimination - employers are advised to begin preparing for the contractual changes
Posted: 23 July 2010 | 11:14
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