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Pay inequality has been a prominent, ongoing issue in the UK economy for years. Not only through gender, but the government has recently found disparities within ethnic and disability demographics.
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With the recent update to employment rights, the farming industry is set to embrace statutory changes – like to Agricultural Minimum Wage.
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When it comes to paying staff, employers must ensure the right amounts are given – especially for those not on full-time contracts. Pro rata ensures these employees are compensated correctly; and that includes wages, holidays, and benefits.
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When it comes to paying staff, employers have a legal responsibility to ensure the right amounts are given. For some employees, this means making additional calculations to work out their wage and salary.
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It’s normal for employees to be off work sick every once in a while. No matter what their reasons are, it’s important to follow the correct steps when it comes to paying Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). Let’s look at how to offer this payment to employees who are too ill to work.
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In this guide, we'll discuss what the National Living Wage is, what employees are entitled to, and the consequences of incorrectly paying wages.
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More than a decade of funding cuts have put the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) under “considerable financial pressure” to achieve efficiencies, whilst carrying out its role as the official health and safety regulator.
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The Institute of Directors is lobbying the government for ‘targeted changes’ to the Employment Rights Bill to improve business confidence and reduce the tax burden
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National Minimum Wage increases, to take effect from April 2025, have been confirmed in press release of 4 February 2025.
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In December and January, several new Bills were proposed in parliament that may result in changes to employment law. These are currently in their early stages and will need to make their way through the full parliamentary process before becoming law.
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The latest November GDP data shows lacklustre 0.1% growth after quarter three figures showed no growth at all in a blow to business leaders
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Rules around dismissal and re-engagement came into effect in July 2024. Sometimes known as ‘fire and rehire’, the practice of forcibly changing terms and conditions by dismissing an employee and re-engaging them on the new terms has been a staple for employers during restructures for years.
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This employment law guide explores the basics of workplace pensions and offers guidance on how to avoid common pitfalls.
