Current Issues

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Employers warned over changes to maternity and sex discrimination rights
[April 25, 2008] A leading law firm is warning employers about key changes to the law governing sex discrimination and maternity rights.

Bosses must protect employees from sexual harassment
[April 24, 2008] Under new rules introduced by the Government, bosses face unlimited fines if they fail to protect staff from sexual harassment from customers, suppliers or third parties.

Companies Act - Company Secretary now an optional appointment
[April 7, 2008] Several Companies Act changes take effect this month - the appointment of a company secretary for a limited company becomes optional, whilst the filing deadline for delivery of annual accounts is reduced.

New Business Regulations for 2008
[April 3, 2008] A raft of new legislation is due to hit small businesses from 6th April 2008 - we look at the key changes, from Health & Safety to the Companies Act, and Corporation Tax rate changes.

Corporate Manslaughter Act - Are You Ready?
[April 2, 2008] The Corporate Manslaughter Act comes into force on 6th April 2008. The Act will place greater responsibility on businesses to ensure that they put in place stringent health and safety practices.

New guide from Acas to help businesses promote healthy workplace
[March 28, 2008] Acas is urging businesses to save money and reduce absenteeism by focusing on ensuring employees are healthy at work. To help, they have launched a new guide to help businesses promote and manage a healthy workplace.

Up to 40% of UK websites selling online failing to comply with key legislation
[March 26, 2008] In a spot-check of over 500 online retailers, the OFT found that a significant number of websites failed to comply with key requirements of the Distance Selling Regulations and Electronic Commerce Regulations.

Small companies fear of being sued over disciplinary measures
[February 26, 2008] According to a new report released by a leading employment law firm, 48% of employers avoid disciplining staff because they feel they will be sued.

Corporate Manslaughter Act: Businesses urged to prepare
[February 12, 2008] With just two months to go before The Corporate Manslaughter Act comes into force on 6 April 2008, specialist insurer Hiscox is advising companies to review their risk management procedures to ensure they are protected under the new legislation.

New laws for 2008 that every employer should be aware of
[January 23, 2008] Eversheds’ employment specialists have identified eight of the most significant employment law issues for 2008 that every business should be aware of:

Agency Workers Directive - Government blocks proposals
[December 6, 2007] At an EU summit on Wednesday, Business Minister John Hutton managed to delay the implementation of the Agency Workers Directive - legislation which could cost UK businesses up to 250,000 jobs.

Government plans to extend flexible working right to more parents
[November 13, 2007] In the Queen's speech it was announced that the Government is commissioning a review to determine how the current right to request flexible working can be extended to parents of older children.

Companies Act Guide released for company directors
[October 24, 2007] A new guide to help company directors implement their environmental and social obligations under The Companies Act has been launched this week

Seek employment advice early to avoid tribunals
[October 23, 2007] Research released this week shows that business owners who seek advice on workplace problems are more likely to avoid employment tribunals, and all the associated costs.

New Trade Mark Laws - Trade Mark Owners Beware!
[October 16, 2007] Changes to Trade Mark Laws place the onus on trade mark owners. An overview of new rules which came into effect from 1st Oct 2007

Trade Marks Act - Changes to make application process simpler
[October 5, 2007] From 1st October 2007, the Trade Mark application process has been made simpler for new applicants. Includes an overview of Trade Marks, and links to further resources.

Employee holiday entitlement increases
[October 2, 2007] With holiday entitlements set to increase by four days from 1 October 2007, Acas has launched a new guide offering free advice to help employers introduce the changes.

Companies Act 2006 - First provisions implemented today
[October 1, 2007] Some of the main provisions of the Companies Act 2006 come into effect today. The Government claims the changes will simplify company law and will also result in a yearly £250m saving for businesses

Companies Act 2006 - The longest piece of legislation... ever!
[September 27, 2007] The Times reminds us that The Companies Act 2006 is the longest piece of legislation ever passed by Parliament. Some useful links for further information on the Act.

Employment tribunals could bankrupt most small businesses
[August 22, 2007] Two thirds of SMEs in the north west believe that the cost of an employment tribunal could spell bankruptcy for their business, according to a recent survey.

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