http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk The latest news from Just Employment Law http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/just-employment-law.gif http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update52 Email Update 52 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:35:07 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update51 Email Update 51 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:30:35 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update50 Less Favourable TreatmentEmail update 50 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 11:46:57 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update49 Email Update 49 Thu, 14 May 2009 14:59:05 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update48 Email Update 48 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:25:52 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update47 New HMRC Guidance on providing NonCash Benefits during Statutory Maternity and Adoption LeaveEmail Update 47 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:32:08 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update46 The New ACAS Code of PracticeEmail Update 46 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:29:07 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update45 Email Update 45 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 14:43:44 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update44 Email update 44 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:07:48 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update43 The Implications for ALL EmployersUpdate 43 Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:47:31 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update42 Email Update 42 Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:44:47 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update41 Email Update 41 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 14:19:20 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update40 48 Hour Week Working Time OptOut should stay says the European CommissionEmail update 40 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:57:05 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update39 Email Update 39 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:26:25 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update38 Email Update 38 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 09:07:24 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update37 Points to ConsiderEmail Update 37 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:05:58 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update36 Stringer and Others v HMRC C52006Email Update 36 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:28:03 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update35 Email Update 35 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:24:01 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update34 Email Update 34 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:08:34 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update33 Email Update 33 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 15:07:52 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/Update32 Email Update 32 Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:20:41 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update31 Email update 31 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:04:57 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update30 Email Update 30 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:22:24 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/update28 Email update 28 Mon, 19 May 2008 14:42:03 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/extra-sick-pay-for-disabled-employees-a-reasonable-adjustment The Disability Discrimination Act requires employers to make reasonable adjustments in respect of disabled employees jobs. But does this duty go as far as requiring employers to pay disabled employees in respect of disabilityrelated absences where other employees would not have been paid? Thu, 01 Jun 2006 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/mediation-the-new-alternative-to-employment-tribunals With further major changes in employment law and tribunal procedure just around the corner, will the Gibbons Report herald the takeoff of employment law mediation in the UK? Or do we already have widespread mediation under another name? Mon, 01 May 2006 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/managing-world-cup-fever Football fever is about to hit the nation with the World Cup running from 9 June until 9 July. While the World Cup brings excitement for individuals throughout the nation it also brings a headache for employers who suffer high rates of sickness absence throughout the duration of the World Cup. Here we examine the steps that employers should take to manage World Cup fever effectively. Mon, 01 May 2006 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/disciplinary-letters-what-you-need-to-say-and-send The Employment Act 2002 Dispute Regulations 2004 obliges employers to follow statutory minimum disciplinary procedures. These procedures must generally start with a letter to the employee. So, when dealing with alleged misconduct to work, what exactly must an employer put in writing to an employee prior to a disciplinary hearing in order to comply? Sat, 01 Apr 2006 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/tupe-the-new-rules After years of waiting, the new Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment Regulations 2006 come into force on 6 April. Here, we look at the main changes the new TUPE Regulations will make to the law. Wed, 01 Mar 2006 12:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/age-discrimination-the-next-big-thing Discrimination will undoubtedly be the big employment law issue of 2006. The proposed laws currently going through Parliament will affect every employer in the land. Wed, 01 Feb 2006 12:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/family-friendly-legislation-the-new-wave Statutory Maternity Pay, Statutory Adoption Pay and Maternity Allowance Sun, 01 Jan 2006 12:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/the-christmas-party-avoiding-the-pitfalls It is well established that employers are vicariously liable for the actions of their employees in the course of their employment. This can include actions which take place outwith the workplace, and outside of normal working hours. With the Christmas party season in full swing, here we examine the potential pitfalls that employers should be aware of when organising their Christmas festivities. Thu, 01 Dec 2005 12:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/smoking-at-work-the-end-of-the-road With the introduction of a UK wide smoking ban expected in the near future, we examine the current position in Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and consider the steps that employers should be taking now, to ensure compliance with the new legislation. Sat, 01 Oct 2005 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/age-discrimination-discouraging-loyalty Many employers offer their employees benefits to reward loyalty. Common examples include giving employees additional holidays, or private healthcare, on the completion of a number of years of service. Thu, 01 Sep 2005 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/agency-workers-would-the-real-employer-please-stand-up We all hire temps from time to time. But when its time to say goodbye to a temp, you might be surprised to end up facing an unfair dismissal claim. However, employment tribunals are increasingly willing to imply that the end user is the real employer.... Mon, 01 Aug 2005 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/flexible-working-requests-the-risk-of-refusing As parents of young children become more aware of their right to request a flexible working pattern, we consider whether the wide bases on which an employer can legitimately refuse an application really do make this a toothless law. Fri, 01 Jul 2005 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/disciplinary-hearings-evolution-or-revolution One of the main effects of the new Employment Act was to regulate the conduct of disciplinary hearings. In this months feature article, we consider the extent to which this will change employers approaches to employee discipline and lead to more uniformity of practice. Sun, 01 May 2005 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/holiday-pay-stick-twist-or-roll-over We all know that workers must receive at least 4 weeks paid holiday each year. But working out how much to pay staff for holidays still causes confusion. Rolling up holiday pay into the hourly rate is a simple solution but is it lawful? Fri, 01 Apr 2005 11:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/information-and-consultation-are-you-ready Provide information in respect of the recent and probable development of the undertakings activities and economic situation and Tue, 01 Mar 2005 12:30:49 UTC http://justemploymentlaw.co.uk/features/bonuses-your-discretion Do you think that your organisations employment contracts contain all of the terms and conditions that govern its relationship with its employees? It may surprise you to know that no matter how exhaustively your contracts are drafted, they are unlikely ever to paint the whole picture. Tue, 01 Feb 2005 12:30:49 UTC