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
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.
21st January 2021 What is Bereavement Leave?
Bereavement Leave is time that an employee can take off following the death of a loved one. Find out more about entitlements here.
15th January 2021 What is Compassionate Leave?
Compassionate or Bereavement Leave is time that an employee can take off work after the death of a loved one.
15th January 2021 What Is Garden Leave? A Guide for Employers
We explore exactly what Garden Leave actually is, its benefits and some areas to consider when enforcing it.
31st December 2020 Brexit – What is the impact on employers?
Brexit has changed the law regarding recruitment and employment. Here's how the new rules will affect employment in your business.
17th December 2020 Furlough Scheme extended to 30 April 2021
Find out how the latest changes to the furlough scheme might affect your employees, and your business beyond March 2021.
1st December 2020 How to claim under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme?
CJRS Grant How to apply. A step by step guide on how to complete your submission for employers by MAD-HR in Norfolk, Essex and Suffolk
14th November 2020 CJRS – Updated guidance and new Treasury Direction
Read the latest CJRS furlough guidance and a corresponding Treasury Direction which were published on 13 November 2020.
11th November 2020 Extended Furlough Scheme Details Released
Extended Coronavirus Job Retention (Furlough) Scheme details released by Goverment on 10th November 2020 and summaried here by MAD-HR
5th November 2020 Furlough scheme extended until end of March 2021
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed that he will extend the furlough scheme until the end of March 2021. Read the details here.
22nd October 2020 Chancellor Cuts Job Support Scheme Employer Contributions
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has today announced a further amendment to the Job Support Scheme, which is due to begin on 1 November 2020.
9th October 2020 Job Support Scheme Extended
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced an extension to the Jobs Support Scheme, which is due to begin on 1 November 2020. Read for more details.
29th September 2020 Employee Overseas Travel
Managing Employees Oversea Travel - Download our Employee Overseas Travel memo
24th September 2020 Furlough replacement – The Job Support Scheme
Here are the full details of the new Job Support Scheme announced by the Chancellor on 24th September 2020.
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.
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- 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.
Contact MAD-HR via our contact page to find out how to stay on the right side of employment law.
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