Employment Law
Employment law is a complex and ever-changing area of the law that governs the employer-employee relationship. Businesses need to comply with employment law to ensure that they are managing any risks appropriately whilst treating their employees fairly.
Failure to comply with employment law can lead to costly legal claims and damages, so businesses must stay up-to-date on the latest developments.
Find out how to stay compliant with the MAD-HR Online HR Toolkit…
Latest Employment Law articles
21st June 2021 IR35 – Update
With IR35 having been extended to the private sector in April 2021, what do we know so far? Here’s our insight.
17th June 2021 Minimise risk when it comes to fire and rehire
What is the concept of firing and rehiring, and how do you stay on the right side of both the law and your moral obligations to staff?
10th May 2021 Vaccine angst amid the workforce
With employers having a duty of care to ensure a safe working environment, how do you deal with employees choosing not to take the vaccine?
6th May 2021 HR and employee mental health. What are my obligations?
We look at what causes poor employee mental health in the workplace, and how your business could improve wellbeing.
31st March 2021 Compulsory redundancy and voluntary redundancy – what’s the difference?
What's the difference between voluntary redundancy and compulsory redundancy? We explore both actions here.
10th March 2021 Workplace Bullying & Harassment Allegations & The Burden Of Proof
We look at what 'proof' means in terms of workplace bullying, and whose responsibility it is to obtain proof.
10th March 2021 Constructive dismissal and unfair dismissal – employers’ guide
Want to know the difference between constructive dismissal and unfair dismissal? We define each term in this blog post.
3rd March 2021 Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (Furlough) Changes Effective 1st July 2021
Here are the details relating the changes to the furlough scheme as announced by the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak on 3rd March 2021.
3rd March 2021 Chancellors Budget – 3rd March 2021
Find out how the Chancellors Budget on 3rd March 2021 might affect your business, and how the new budget might affect your employees.
2nd March 2021 National Minimum Wage shock headline (Or is it?)
The Government has released a list of companies who have committed National Minimum Wage breaches - but are these breaches always intentional?
1st March 2021 How to avoid discrimination in the workplace
Worried about the prospect of a workplace discrimination claim? Prevention is the way forward. Here are some practical steps to take.
24th February 2021 Uber decision: The history and the future
We look at the history of Uber vs Aslam case, including similar claims, and what this means for gig economy workers moving forward.
24th February 2021 What is indirect discrimination?
Indirect discrimination occurs when a PCP is put into place which could put those with a certain protected characteristic at a disadvantage.
23rd February 2021 Step-by-step plan to ease restrictions in England
The Government has announced its plan to move England out of lockdown in four stages. We look at the stages and what it means for employers.
22nd February 2021 What is Positive Discrimination In The Workplace?
Positive discrimination is giving preferential treatment to people with a protected characteristic rather than due to their suitability.
11th February 2021 Can I insist on my employees having the COVID vaccine?
As the COVID-19 vaccine rolls out across the UK, we look at whether employers can insist upon their staff having the vaccine.
11th February 2021 Using COVID-19 rapid testing in your business
Businesses can now register to order COVID-19 tests for employees who cannot work from home. Find out what this means for you.
4th February 2021 What is workplace bullying and how can it be tackled?
1 in 4 employees experience workplace bullying. In this blog post, we look at the consequences of bullying and how to deal with it effectively.
28th January 2021 Statutory Payments 2021/22
The government have confirmed the statutory rates for 2021 to 2022. We have prepared this useful summary for you.
21st January 2021 Maternity Leave & Maternity Allowance: Questions Answered
Maternity Allowance is a payment made by the government to those who are not eligible for Statutory Maternity Pay from their employer.
If you have concerns about employment law issues, especially around employment law compliance, then you have come to the right place. The MAD-HR Employment Law Hub explains the fundamentals of employment law in a way that is easy to understand. We regularly publish essential updates when there are changes in law that may affect you as an employer.
Popular Employment Law articles
These are the articles relating to Employment Law that are popular on the MAD-HR website.
- Directors Face Criminal Proceedings For Failing to Comply
- BREXIT and the Employment Law Consequences
- Supporting your employee through gender reassignment
- Menopause in the Workplace
- Dismissal on the grounds of personal conduct
The impact of Employment Law on businesses
Employment law is a complex area that can have a significant impact on businesses. From hiring and firing employees to managing workplace safety, employment law covers a wide range of issues. failure to comply with employment law can result in hefty fines and other penalties, so it’s important for businesses to be aware of their obligations. employment law is constantly evolving, so it’s also important to keep up to date with the latest developments. By understanding the impact of employment law on businesses, employers can help to minimize the risk of legal problems and ensure that their workplace is fair and compliant.
Although compliance with employment law can be daunting, it is important to remember that help is available. The team at MAD-HR are experts in all areas of employment law and are here to support you every step of the way. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us help you take the stress out of HR.
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