This Update contains brief details of recent Government publications, legislation, cases and other developments relevant to those involved in local government work, which have been published in the previous two weeks. Items are set out by subject, with a link to where the full document can be found on the internet.
This Update contains brief details of recent Government publications, legislation, cases and other developments relevant to those involved in local government work, which have been published in the previous two weeks. Items are set out by subject, with a link to where the full document can be found on the internet.
From 6 April 2009 defined benefits pension schemes may reduce the cap for revaluing pensions for scheme leavers from 5% to 2.5% pa. Bevan Brittan's pension expert Christine Johnston takes a look at the schemes that will be affected and sets out a list of action points that will need to be completed, before 6 April, in readiness for this change.
Two recent cases on the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) have significant ramifications for employers.
Unfortunately the statutory dispute resolution procedures are refusing to slip quietly into the night and there may yet be a sting in their tail in the form of the Transitional Provisions. Raj Basi sets out an 'easy' to understand quick reference guide of what the transitional provisions require, their practical effect and some key things to watch out for.
This Update contains brief details of recent Government publications, legislation, cases and other developments relevant to those involved in local government work, which have been published in the previous two weeks. Items are set out by subject, with a link to where the full document can be found on the internet.
This month, because of the number of cases that have been reported, Jane Wallenstein reports on the latest case law developments in the employment arena.
The duty to make reasonable adjustments, the meaning of likely to recur and the enforceability of the “Malcolm” decision in an employment context have all been considered this month. Nicola Stibbs takes a closer look at the recent decisions and their impact on managing employees with a disability.
Much to the disappointment of, well, absolutely no one, and to the delight of everyone involved in human resources or employment law, the statutory disciplinary and grievance procedures are, in tabloid idiom, ‘to be axed’. Jodie Sinclair takes a look at the new ACAS Code of Practice which will be replacing the dreaded procedures from April 2009.
This Update contains brief details of recent Government publications, legislation, cases and other developments relevant to those involved in local government work, which have been published in the previous two weeks. Items are set out by subject, with a link to where the full document can be found on the internet.