Compulsory Retirement Ages
Age discrimination has been unlawful since 2006 and the default retirement age was removed in 2011 meaning employers are no longer able to…
Employment
Tribunal Fees
On 29 July 2013 fees were introduced in the Employment Tribunal (“ET”) and Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”). Issue fees can be up to £400…
Zero Hour Contracts
There has been much debate about zero hours contracts over the last few months, with the issue being discussed in both the Scottish and UK…
John McCririck tribunal decision
One of the most eagerly awaited employment tribunal cases in recent years came to a close. McCririck, 73, claimed that he was dismissed…
Who owns the contacts on Social Networks?
Social media is being used by more and more businesses to advertise their services and reach out to new clients, with many employers…
Education is the second sector most likely to utilise Zero-hour contracts
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) recently published a report indicating that more than one million UK workers…
Top Lawyer Warns on Zero-Hour Contracts Black Hole
A leading Scots law firm has told of its fears that workers on controversial zero-hour contracts could 'fall into a black hole'. …
Changes to Gangmasters Licensing Authority
An employment lawyer has welcomed the changes that the UK Government has set out following its review of the Gangmasters Licensing…
Employers who fail to pay National Minimum Wage will be named and shamed
A recent government announcement, that stated any unscrupulous employers that fail to pay National Minimum Wage will be named and shamed,…
Holidays and Long-term Sickness Absence - Some Clarity at Last!
A recent Employment Tribunal decision means important changes for employers.
Following a considerable amount of activity in the…