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?
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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.
Election 2024: How Labour’s plan for employment law affects the recruitment industry
As the 2024 election approaches and with Labour currently ahead in the polls, it’s important to consider how their proposals for worker rights could impact recruitment.
EAS complaints on the increase – are you at risk?
Employment Agency Standards (EAS) is responsible for the enforcement of the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003 (‘Conduct Regs’), and has reported an increase in complaints. Are you compliant with key elements of the regulations, and how would your business fair if inspected? The most common issues where agencies run into problems […]
Protecting your business when working with Umbrellas
HMRC has recently updated guidelines for umbrellas, and individuals who work through an umbrella. There has also apparently been a surge in umbrella accreditation services. Does accreditation actually address the issues identified in the government’s consultation on how to regulate the umbrella company market which was announced earlier this year?