Employment legal updates

These are an excellent source of background material for those who want to really get to know about the issues affecting them. Written by our employment law specialists, they give real insight, helping you understand what's going on.

Oct
20

Agency workers' benefits just got better

The rights relating to temporary workers who obtain work through Temporary Work Agencies have long been a grey area.

Oct
05

Changes to the meaning of disability discrimination

The major provisions of the Equality Act came into force on 1 October 2010.

Sep
22

Pre-employment health questionnaires

The Equality Act 2010 is imminent, with the major provisions coming into force on the 1st October 2010.

Jun
07

Have a game plan and avoid falling foul of World Cup work clashes

With the World Cup just a week away, employees must balance the excitement generated by the ‘world’s biggest sporting event’ with duties towards their employers.

Apr
30

Volcano fallout continues for employers

Iceland's erupting volcano has caused a legal headache for employers, as grounded planes left staff unable to return to work after the Easter break.

Apr
14

Maternity leave rights: returning to work

We're receiving more enquiries from women returning from maternity leave who've been put into a different role without any prior consultation or had their request for flexible working refused.

Feb
26

It's not all about Mr Brown ...

Recent media attention around whether or not the Prime Minister bullied staff threatened to obscure the real problem of bullying in the workplace and the serious and harmful effects it can have on employees.

Feb
16

Religious discrimination: Not every act motivated or inspired by religion is protected

A recent Court of Appeal case highlights the difficulties which can arise for an employer seeking to strike a balance between business needs, individual views and the accommodation of diversity in their employment policies.

Feb
04

Religious discrimination, or persecution?

Our rights to freedom of thought, conscience and religion are paramount and are enshrined in Article 9 of the Human Rights Act 1998.

Jan
28

Retirement age could be abolished in 2011

The Government is bringing forward to 2010 its review of the default retirement age, which allows employers to force employees to retire at 65.

Jan
28

National Minimum Wage: The only way is up

Despite speculation that the Government would leave the National Minimum Wage (NMW) rate alone for next year, a Low Pay Commission (LPC) recommendation for a small increase in hourly rates has been accepted.

Jan
28

EAT considers extent of sex discrimination protection for woman undergoing IVF treatment

Employees who are pregnant enjoy a significant level of legal protection.