Adrian Fryer
The Government has published its response to its consultation on the application of zero hours contracts measures to agency workers. The Employment Rights Bill already includes complex proposals for low and zero-hours workers covering three key areas:
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The current legal position on collective redundancy is fairly clear:
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Once an employee has been successful in a claim of discrimination, the attention turns to the question of remedy. Compensation can include
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April marks the month each year where changes to statutory rates come into force. Most rate changes take effect from 6th April (to align with the start of the new tax year). National minimum wage changes take effect from 1st April.
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Sarah Collier
Employers are being warned they could land in hot water with staff over their annual holiday entitlement because Easter falls late this year.
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Alex Murray
Several significant changes in employment law rates are set to take effect in 2025. These updates will impact various aspects of employment, including wages, family-friendly payments, and statutory leave. Below is a detailed overview of the key changes.
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Where an employee is discriminated against by their employer in relation to a protected characteristic, they can bring a number of claims under the Equality Act 2010. The protected characteristics set out in this Act are age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Continue ReadingSettlement agreements are a crucial tool for employers, providing a structured and legally binding method for resolving disputes or ending employment relationships amicably.
Continue ReadingDiscrimination in the workplace is a serious issue that can have lasting impacts on an individual’s career and well-being. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, it is important to understand your rights and the legal avenues available to you.
Continue ReadingAt Bermans, we understand that facing employment law issues can be challenging and stressful. Our dedicated team of expert employment law solicitors is here to support you through a variety of employment-related issues, ensuring that your rights are protected and your concerns are addressed with the utmost professionalism and care.
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