Managing employees/workers
The policy intent behind the measures relating to zero and low hours workers in the Employment Rights Bill is to end one-sided flexibility and "exploitative zero hours contracts". This does not mean that there will be an outright ban on such contracts. What it does mean is that there will now be a legislative framework, the intention behind which is to deliver a better level of predictability and security for workers. Barrister and mediator Alison Frazer looks at the practical implications for HR.
Updated with information on the FCA's proposed changes relating to its conduct rules.
Prime minister Keir Starmer announced the government's Immigration White Paper this morning (12 May), pledging to drastically reduce employers' reliance on overseas workers and promote investment in homegrown skills.
Updated with further information on enforcement of the right to holiday pay under the Employment Rights Bill.
Reviewed and enhanced throughout, with new guidance on preparing cover for the employee's role and talking points to facilitate interactive training sessions.
Absence rates indicate the health and wellbeing of your workforce, and collecting data on sickness leave can help to identify areas with high absence within your organisation. In this report, understand how your organisation's absence rates compare to others and hear from HR professionals on topics including initiatives to minimise absence and working with line managers to effectively manage the absence process.
Many organisations opt to provide sick pay that exceeds the statutory minimum as a benefit for employees. This Brightmine research report outlines the standard rates and eligibility requirements for enhanced occupational sick pay schemes, allowing you to see how your organisation compares.
Updated to include a new Equalised new parent leave policy.
A model policy where you wish to give the same enhanced leave and pay rights to qualifying employees who are new parents, regardless of their gender. This policy also covers the right to time off for antenatal appointments.
In October 2024 the Government launched a major overhaul of employment law in the form of the Employment Rights Bill. A number of important amendments have been introduced since the proposed legislation was first published. Stephen Simpson, principal editor at Brightmine, joins the podcast to provide an update and help HR departments prepare for the changes.
HR and legal information and guidance relating to managing employees/workers.