Insights
Whistleblowing protections and charity trustees
01 Nov 2024In a recent decision, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) has examined the application of whistleblowing protection to charity trustees.
Acas updates its sexual harassment guidance in light of new duty
01 Nov 2024On 26 October 2024, the new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace sexual harassment took effect. Acas has now updated its sexual harassment guidance to take account of the new law.
Fire and re-hire: Government revives draft order on increased protective awards for failure to follow statutory Code of Practice
01 Nov 2024From 20 January 2025, tribunals will have the power to adjust protective awards by up to 25% where the statutory Code of Practice on dismissal and re-engagement has not been followed.
The Employment Rights Bill 2024 in depth: putting out the flames on fire and re-hire
01 Nov 2024As employers navigate evolving workforce expectations and business demands, the Employment Rights Bill 2024 (Bill) proposes critical changes to 'fire and rehire' practices.
Navigating the new Employment Rights Bill
31 Oct 2024The Employment Rights Bill is the flagship proposal by the new Government promising to 'make work pay'. The Bill outlines the most significant and far-reaching changes to employment law for decades.
Employment Rights Bill introduces significant reforms for workers and employers
30 Oct 2024The much-anticipated Employment Rights Bill was published on 10 October and introduces 28 employment law reforms, including in relation to zero-hours contracts, fire and rehire practices, and establishing new day-one rights for workers.
