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Year 2 - issue 10 - 1020.02.2019
EMPLOYMENT LAW REFORMNew protection for pregnant employeesThe government is consulting on proposals to extend redundancy protection for pregnant women and new parents. What’s on the horizon? |
WHISTLEBLOWINGDefamation allegation can form basis of whistleblowing claimAccording to the Employment Appeal Tribunal, an allegation of defamation by an employee can be a breach of a legal obligation under the statutory whistleblowing provisions. Does this widen the whistleblowing protection? |
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENTWhat can you do about workplace romances?With an estimated 25% of employees having met their long-term partner at work, personal relationships in your workplace are inevitable. However, is there anything you can do here to protect your business from the potential fallout? |
WORK AND PARENTSWhat antenatal rights do expectant parents have?Pregnant employees and their partners each have a separate statutory right to take time off work to attend antenatal appointments. However, exactly how far do those time off rights extend? |
WORKPLACE STRESSTaking the stress out of stressYou’re concerned about an employee who’s showing signs of stress and being unable to cope. As an HR professional what are your responsibilities towards your staff in situations like this? |
CONTRACTSAn expanded written statement of employment particularsFrom 6 April 2020, you’ll not only have to provide a written statement of employment particulars to all workers from day one, you’ll also have to include additional mandatory content. What extra matters will you need to cover? |
PAYROLLGuidance on new payslip legislationThe government has published guidance to help employers comply with the new payslip legislation coming into force from 6 April 2019. Is it worth a read? |
FLEXIBLE WORKINGAre you “happy to talk flexible working”?A new campaign has been launched by the Flexible Working Task Force to increase the uptake of flexible working. What’s it all about? |
REDUNDANCYThe fair selection of employees for redundancyWhen selecting employees for redundancy, you first need to decide on your selection pool and the selection criteria you intend to use. You then need to apply those criteria to the pool of employees in a fair manner. What should you do at each of these stages? |
FOREIGN WORKERSImmigration White Paper published |
EU NATIONALSEU Settlement Scheme fee axed |
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