The Christmas period is arguably the busiest time of year for retail businesses and the extra support from temporary workers, or 'Christmas temps' can be essential to handle the increase in workload, cover absences and meet increased business demand. However, it is important that employers are aware of the employment related rights and obligations that employing a Christmas temp involves.
In his Autumn Statement, delivered on the 22nd of November 2023, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a number of changes that will impact employers as follows:
The Government released draft legislation this month in the form of The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023 to implement significant changes to holiday rights under the Working Time Regulations (WTR).
As you start to dust off the Christmas decorations and excitement for the festive season builds, conversations in the office turn to the plans for the office Christmas party.
The very end of October brought with it new legislation that employers who are recruiting people, or have existing employees, who hold a criminal conviction, should be aware of.
The IHS was in introduced in 2015 and applies to most individuals who make applications to enter or remain in the UK with a visa. There are only a limited number of exemptions to the charge.
Stay up to date with recent employment case law developments as we explore significant legal decisions that shape the landscape of workplace rights and responsibilities.
Workplace complaints, particularly those involving serious allegations of misconduct, bullying and harassment and discrimination can be tricky to investigate; navigating complex issues often in highly emotive circumstances. Making sure that the investigation is carried out effectively, efficiently, objectively and without causing undue additional aggravation is of the utmost priority.
Stay up to date with recent employment case law developments as we explore significant legal decisions that shape the landscape of workplace rights and responsibilities.
