Big shake-up in legal rules Apr 19 2007
Tony McPhillips looks back at the developments in employment law during 2006 and forward to issues likely to be of challenge to employers in the future. more
Mistakes under this law will be expensive Apr 19 2007
Changes in law and society are encouraging and forcing employers to take steps that allow disabled employees to reach their full potential. more
No excuse for age discrimination now Apr 19 2007
On October 1, 2006 the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 came into force, making it unlawful to discriminate against workers, employees, job seekers and trainees on the grounds of their age. more
Stub out smoking in the workplace Apr 19 2007
Smoking in the workplace is about to have its last gasp as the smoke-free regulations come into force in England on July 1. more
New laws will make caring for others easier Apr 19 2007
A major expansion of the right to request flexible working patterns came into force earlier this month, extending the right to employees who care (or indeed expect to have to care) for an adult. more
New rules worry bosses Apr 19 2007
What rights do employees have when a business changes hands? Dr John McMullen discusses the implications. more
Getting paid for sleeping on the job Apr 19 2007
Can someone really be paid for working when they're tucked up in bed fast asleep? Or sitting at home relaxing? more
Paternal leave rights in the spotlight Apr 19 2007
At present, working fathers of newborn children are allowed by law to take two weeks' paid paternity leave within eight weeks of the birth. more
Penalties for unfair dismissal are up Apr 19 2007
As OF February 1, 2007, there was an increase in the compensation limits applicable in Employment Tribunal awards, as well as other increases on amounts payable under employment legislation. The main changes were: more
A new age is dawning - be ready Apr 19 2007
With every employee now a potential litigant, age discrimination legislation could have a huge impact on the local workplace and even put businesses at risk, business leaders are warning. more
Have your say on the issues affecting you and your business in the North East >>>
Sign up to our Daily Emails and receive the latest business news and features delivered to your inbox >>>
Subscribe to our RSS nebusiness news feeds >>>
