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As the UK government introduces the Employment Rights Bill, HR leaders are at the forefront of a transformative shift in how workplaces operate. This new legislation, aimed at banning exploitative zero-hour contracts, ending practices like "fire and rehire," and establishing flexible working from day one, will significantly impact workforce management. The creation of the Fair Work Agency to enforce these workplace rights further underscores the need for HR professionals to prepare for and navigate these changes effectively. Read the whole article here: https://lnkd.in/d4fpxF-F

We’re proud to share that our national Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice has been named a 2024 “Employment Practice Group of the Year” by Law360! This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional service and client-focused solutions that help employers thrive in today’s evolving workplace landscape. See what makes our team stand out—watch this video showcasing the work behind this achievement, and visit our website for deeper insights: https://bit.ly/4jCMKP4 #EmploymentLaw #HumanResources #LegalExcellence

Recruitment trade bodies in the UK have raised concerns over the new Employment Rights (Flexible Working) Bill, highlighting potential challenges for employers. The bill, which aims to offer employees more flexible working rights, could lead to increased administrative burdens and costs for businesses. While supporting the principle of flexible work, the bodies urge lawmakers to consider the impact on recruitment processes, small businesses, and overall workforce management. More clarity is sought to balance employee rights with business needs. #EmploymentRights #FutureOfWork #HRInsights Source: staffingindustry.com

🫱🏼🫲🏾Join us for the upcoming St Helens HR Business Event on November 20, 2024, starting at 9:30 AM! 🌟 This is a fantastic opportunity for local businesses to gain valuable insights from our expert speaker, who will provide actionable HR advice on the latest trends and legal updates affecting the workforce. 📈 Did You Know? 🤔 Significant changes to UK employment law are set to take effect soon! Key reforms, including the Worker Protection (Amendment of the Equality Act 2010) and the Employment Rights Bill 2024, focus on strengthening employee protections. 🛡️ Starting from October 26, 2024, employers will be required to take a proactive approach to prevent workplace harassment, while the Employment Rights Bill introduces day-one rights for unfair dismissal and restrictions on exploitative zero-hours contracts. ⚖️ These updates aim to create a safer and fairer work environment, ensuring that employees feel supported and secure in their roles. 💼✨ Don’t miss this chance to prepare your business for the upcoming changes and network with other professionals in your area! 🤝 Register for your free place today!https://lnkd.in/dSi6AW28 We look forward to seeing you there! 🎉 #StHelensBusiness #HREvent #UKEmploymentLaw #WorkplaceTrends #BusinessNetworking #HRInsights #EmployeeRights #LocalBusinesses #HRCommunity #WorkplaceSafety

From HR Grapevine UK: UK firms broadly support the Government’s employee rights agenda but accept that it will lead to increased people management cost and complexity. #HRStrategy #WorkersRights https://okt.to/ndVIkv

As workplace relations, productivity, and the cost of living continue to reach troubling lows, the HR Nicholls Society remains unwavering in championing sensible industrial relations reform. Our latest paper, The Employment Act: A Modern Blueprint for the Future of Work, released last Friday, has been featured by Workplace Express. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g6GKNJ89

The Workplace Fairness Bill was passed in Parliament today. This Bill is a proactive and significant step towards strengthening protections for workers and preserving the fair and harmonious workplace conditions that we hold dear. The Bill will complement the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices to accord stronger protections and remedies for workers. Through extensive consultations and deliberations with the tripartite partners, we have designed the Bill to balance: Improving protections against workplace discrimination, Preserving our fair and harmonious workplace norms, Giving employers flexibility to meet genuine business needs. Grateful to all who were involved in making this Bill possible – the team from Ministry of Manpower, and our partners – particularly the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF). My thanks to everyone who have contributed their feedback on this Bill through our numerous engagements too I discussed more about the Bill in an interview with Berita Mediacorp, which you can catch below! You can also read Minister for Manpower Dr Tan See Leng’s speeches in Parliament here: https://lnkd.in/gWFpeQeN https://go.gov.sg/wfl-rus

New employee rights are among the key policy revisions to come out of the 2024-25 New York State budget approved in April. The BNP hosted a panel of experts to break down what employers need to know about these HR mandates – some of which have already gone into effect. Here are four key takeaways for employers from Policy Perspective.

New employee rights are among the key policy revisions to come out of the 2024-25 New York State budget approved in April. The BNP hosted a panel of experts to break down what employers need to know about these HR mandates – some of which have already gone into effect. Here are four key takeaways for employers from Policy Perspective.

New employee rights are among the key policy revisions to come out of the 2024-25 New York State budget approved in April. The BNP hosted a panel of experts to break down what employers need to know about these HR mandates – some of which have already gone into effect. Here are four key takeaways for employers from Policy Perspective.