With new rules on the gender pay gap currently making the headlines, ensuring equality for employees and customers is a growing priority for many organisations. THE ORIGINS OF THE ACT It could be argued that the Equality Act 2010 has its roots in a 17th-century piece of legislation – the Habeas Corpus Act 1679, which is still in force today. […]
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 12/03/2018
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 05/03/2018
What is Employment Law
Categories: General
Employees can bring claims against directors under the Employment Rights Act and the Equality Act if they feel they have been treated unfairly. Claims can include unfair dismissal, which is usually brought against the company, and harassment and discrimination, which are brought against the individual director and have uncapped awards. The changing face of employment means that legislation in this […]
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 20/02/2018
Building regulations for safety
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Following the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower, attention is rightly focused on the regulations surrounding fire safety. Ensuring that these are fit for purpose to protect both people and property is a top priority. The Association of British Insurers (ABI) recently called for a change to the regulations and a clearer framework of responsibility for all those in the protection […]
Author: Tom Wood | Date: 13/02/2018
Fake holiday sickness claims appear to be big business in the UK, with claims management companies continuing to target tourists in what has been described as ‘the new whiplash’. As many as 9.5 million adults in the UK – almost one in five– have been approached about making a compensation claim for holiday illness, according to recent figures from Association of […]