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The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE) is a common business process and one which relies on both HR and the business working closely together to ensure a smooth business transition. In this Hot Topic we look at recent developments in this legislation as well as how the legislation
In an effort to better understand the experiences of neurodivergent employees in the workplace, Pearn Kandola conducted a comprehensive study titled “Neurodiversity At Work Report 2024”. This study surveyed over 600 neurodivergent workers across the UK to gain insights into the challenges they face, particularly focusing on the phenomenon of
A senior marketing manager has successfully claimed over £90,000 in compensation for sex discrimination after her job offer was rescinded following inquiries about her childcare responsibilities. The circumstances: In the case of Mrs FL v R&F Properties QS (UK)Co. Ltd, Fong Fong Lee, an experienced marketing professional, was offered a
In a recent article, we highlighted the forthcoming new duty on preventing sexual harassment of your workers that will require employers to ‘take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment’ of their workers in the course of their employment. This new duty on preventing sexual harassment of your workers comes into
In 2023, Morrisons Supermarket was fined £3.5 million for failing to prevent the death of a store worker who had epilepsy and were convicted for three health and safety offences. At the end of last month, the company lost their bid to overturn this ruling. This is a tragic accident
Whilst we will need to wait and see what changes will materialise in the payroll profession and when, we can look to the Labour manifesto for an indication of what may be to come. How the new Labour Government may affect the payroll profession can be understood through their set
A legal secretary won a sexual harassment claim against her employer following a series of inappropriate incidents involving a senior partner. The tribunal found that the employer’s actions created an intimidating and offensive work environment, resulting in compensation for the employee. The circumstances behind the Sexual Harassment claim In the
The start of this month, saw the election of a new Labour Government. In the lead up to the election, we wrote about the plans set out in their manifesto and what we could expect to see if they were to be elected. The next stage in the parliamentary process
Today, Wednesday 17 July 2024, we saw the state opening of Parliament by King Charles III. This is a historic ceremony formally marking a new parliamentary year, and which sees the Monarch setting out the Government’s agenda for 2024-25. It is significant this year, as it is the first state
This case involves the unfair dismissal of Allison Shearer, a teacher employed by South Lanarkshire Council, who was awarded over £60,000 after her worsening menopause symptoms during a dispute about moving to a different school base led to her termination. Allison Shearer, an experienced English teacher working with pupils with
We now know that Labour will form the next Government, so what happens next and what does it mean for employment? With the labour government employment changes, businesses and employees alike are eager to understand the impact and timeline of these new policies. While Labour has committed to introducing legislation
Here is the Hot Topic for July 2024 – Protecting Employees from Harassment. An accompanying webinar will follow, which will be hosted on 11 July 2024. One of the most important responsibilities an employer has, is when it comes to protecting and safeguarding its workforce from harm and one area
Last week, all political parties published their manifestos setting out their pledges if they were to form the next Government after the general election. We have analysed all manifestos, but below, we set out what the three main parties are pledging for the general election when it comes to employment.
When we think of trade unions, maybe the first thing that comes to mind is industrial conflict: probably because these are the situations that make good newspaper headlines! But trade unions have been around for a very long time, dating back to the period where there was no welfare state:
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the fourth party to do so, is the Labour Party. So, what do we know about what the employment landscape would look like under a Labour Government? Here are the key points Introduce basic rights from day one of employment regarding parental leave,
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the third party to do so are the Green Party. So, what do we know about what the employment landscape would look like under a government led by the Green Party? Here are the key pledges: Making work fair: The Green Party have
The CIPD estimates that three million UK workers – one in nine employees – are providing some form of care to an older, disabled or seriously ill person, and this number is expected to rise. The number of carers is set to grow from six to nine million in the
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the second party to do so are the Conservatives. So, what do we know about the Conservatives commitment to business and employment under a Conservative Government? Here are the key pledges: Tax and Wages A crucial aspect of the Conservatives employment and business
The publication of political manifestos has begun, and the first party to do so are the Liberal Democrats. So, what do we know about the Liberal Democrats commitment to business and employment under a Liberal Democrats Government? Here are the key pledges: Skills Investment The Liberal Democrats’ employment and business
We’re please to announce that we have published our latest strategic HR whitepaper to help business owners understand the importance of aligning business objectives to HR principles in the modern workplace. The report states that by merging people strategy with business strategy, companies can future proof their organisation and attain
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