Common mistakes when working with umbrellas
Engaging with umbrellas can present some risk. We look at some of the common mistakes we come across that may expose a recruitment business to risks.
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Unfair dismissal rights from day one: impact for recruitment
A key proposal in the recently announced Employment Rights Bill is to grant unfair dismissal rights from day one of employment.
Agency Conflicts: Who Holds the Right to Represent and Earn the Fee?
Two agencies have submitted the same candidate to a client. Does either have a ‘right to represent’, who is entitled to a fee?
Who is liable for a breach of the AWR?
Claims under the Agency Workers Regulations 2010 (AWR) can be made against any party in the supply chain. Who would be liable for a claim under the AWR?
King’s Speech 2024: Employment law proposals and the impact on recruitment
The King’s Speech set out laws that the new government intends to bring through parliament. How the new Employment Rights Bill may impact recruitment.
Recruitment fee disputes: minimise risk of lost fees
Fee disputes are a regrettable fact of life in recruitment. Here are our top 5 tips to reduce the risk of recruitment fee disputes.
How much notice period is an employee entitled to?
Notice period should be set out in a contract of employment. Businesses can be surprised to discover that they may be obliged to pay more.
Employment Status: Employee or Worker
Labour’s plan for employment law, includes an intention to look at employment status and move towards a single status of worker.
Employment Disputes: What should you do if you are contacted by ACAS
Recruitment businesses may face employment tribunal claims, not just from their own internal employees, but also temporary agency workers.
Mandatory Mediation for small claims
A new requirement for mandatory mediation will apply to County Court claims up to the value of £10K.
