Early conciliation could cost business in time in money, according to an employment lawyer. But Acas argues research shows early conciliation provides far better outcomes for employers and employees.
Flexible working, particularly in relation to child care, is heavily skewed towards mums. HR magazine editor Arvind Hickman argues a shift in employer attitudes is needed ahead of next year's shared...
The Acas early conciliation process could lead to a rise in "vexatious and frivolous claims" against employers, according to a leading employment legal advisor.
More than half of British women aged 28 to 40 have suffered from bullying or harassment at work over the past three years, according to research by Opportunity Now. Staff at all levels reported being...
Research released this week shows 76% of employers have taken no practical steps to prepare for the introduction of shared parental leave in six months time.
Archaic it may be, but when most people think of flexible working arrangements, it’s highly likely that mothers spring to mind. But the tide is turning. For a start, employers are being urged to...
Employment law can baffle many SMEs. Here's what you need to consider at each stage
Chancellor George Osborne is to hail the effectiveness of the Government's welfare reforms today, saying they have created 1.3 millions UK jobs and are due to lead to up to 3 million more by 2018.
The chancellor has announced an increase in the personal tax allowance to £10,500. The increase will come into effect on 6 April 2015 and is predicted to lift 3 million low paid workers out of the...
National insurance contributions (NICs) are one of the main issues employers would like to see addressed in the budget. Other areas include tackling the North-South divide and increased funding for...
A lack of clarity in the proposed shared parental leave laws could lead to disputes between employers and their staff, an employment lawyer has warned.
A parliamentary committee report today has stated the length of time it takes to assess disability benefits claims 'unacceptable'.
