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The policy intent behind the measures relating to zero and low hours workers in the Employment Rights Act 2025 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.
Enhanced by creating five separate guides on devising a reward package for international assignments, to help you find the guidance you need. This initial guide discusses what factors should be considered, such as the length, type, and value of assignments, when deciding how to approach reward for international assignments.
Leading practice guidance discussing the core elements of a relocation package in order to get the assignee and their family to the new location.
Leading practice guidance discussing the benefits and allowances typically provided in an expatriate's package for the duration of their assignment.
Leading practice guidance discussing how employers can ensure that taxation of an international assignee is handled correctly, as well as how to handle the assignee's pay.
Leading practice guidance discussing how organisations can ensure their reward package is both attractive to assignees and represents a fair deal for the employer.
Enhanced by creating seven separate guides on preparing for and managing international assignments, to help you find the guidance you need. This initial guide discusses the situations where international assignments can be used to achieve business objectives, including the benefits to the organisation and the assignee, and the steps to take to prepare for and manage an assignment effectively.
Leading practice guidance discussing how employers can approach selecting and preparing an employee for an international assignment.
Leading practice guidance discussing how ongoing communication between the employer and the employee before, during and after an international assignment is essential to managing the employee's expectations and ensuring that they feel supported.
Leading practice guidance discussing why employers should continue to assess the assignee's performance while they are on an assignment and the importance of dealing with any performance or conduct issues quickly.
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