FedEE boss criticises trade unions for not defending employees in tribunals

The Federation of European Employers (FedEE), has criticised trade unions for not defending employees in employment tribunals.

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Government's employment law reform package could save employers £10 million every year, says business secretary

Employment tribunal changes that came into effect on Friday will make it easier for businesses to take on staff and improve the process when staff have to be let go, according to the business...

Government heeds Law Society advice on compromise agreements

The Government has responded to Law Society calls for clarification about the validity of compromise agreements drafted under the Equality Act.

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Immigration cap set to remain at 20,700 until next election, says Damian Green

The immigration cap will remain at the current level for 2012/2013 and 2013/2014 instead of being further reduced.

Myth busters: holiday, absence and sick leave

The area of holidays and sick leave is fraught with complexity.

Hot topic: should beauty matter at work?

The London Olympics are almost here, with thousands of people expected to visit the capital.

Doubling of the qualifying period for protection from unfair dismissal due to come into effect this week

The UK government’s changes to the qualifying period for protection from unfair dismissal from one year to two years is due to come into effect from Good Friday onwards.

BIS opens body to ensure the 'voice of business' is heard in regulation policy

The Department of Business Innovation and Skills has opened a Better Regulation Delivery Office (BDRO), a streamlined independent body that has been designed to ensure the voice of business is heard...

Apprenticeships will have to last a minimum of 12 months under Government rules

Apprenticeships will have to last for a minimum of 12 months guaranteeing improvements in training and workplace learning, according to rules outlined by skills minister John Hayes (pictured).

AWR six months on – demand for contractors holds up well

It’s now six months since the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) came into force, which makes it a good time to reflect on what the impact of the regulations has been for recruiters, the wider economy...

Culture change: are rules and regulations around alcohol going to make a difference?

As an HR director or business leader, are you drawing any parallels between the Government’s approach to dealing with the problems of binge drinking and the way our organisations attempt to create...

Diverse candidates continue to struggle to progress to top ranks of business

Although the term is overused, the reality is diversity is far more recognised in today’s corporate culture than it was even five years ago.