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Government to withdraw key sections of the NHS COVID-19 workforce guidance
06/07/22
The Government has announced that it will be withdrawing the staff terms and conditions section of the COVID-19 workforce guidance in England with effect from 7 July 2022. We summarise the changes and their potential impact below.
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Government plans to allow the use of agency workers during strike action and increase damage awards for unlawfulness
04/07/22
The Government has responded to the strike action taken by rail workers, and the threat of industrial action in other sectors, with proposals to amend and repeal some long standing legislation. Find out about the changes and their impact on employers.
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Manage the exclusion of medics under MHPS better with new best practice guidance
01/06/22
The NHS Resolution Practitioner Performance Advice service’s (PPA) guidance and resources clarify how medical practitioners should be excluded under the MHPS framework, and how you can best handle concerns about doctors and dentists.
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The EAT has made its first decision on a COVID-19 related dismissal – here’s what employers can take away
16/05/22
In the case of Rodgers v Leeds Laser Cutting Ltd, the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) had its first opportunity to consider the fairness of a COVID-19 related dismissal. We explain what employers can learn from the case.
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When does an incident amount to unlawful harassment? The EAT’s latest decision
05/05/22
The EAT gave important guidance on how relevant the employee's perception is when evaluating allegations of harassment. We explore the latest case and set out the key factors employers need to look out for when dealing with harassment claims.
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Extension of protection for employees taking part in or preparing for industrial action overturned by Court of Appeal
27/04/22
This case discusses whether employees engaging in strike action should be protected from disadvantage by their employers. We summarise the latest court decision and what you need know about your employees’ rights in the event of industrial action.
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Information governance and employment law issues in the workplace
25/02/22
As an employer, you need to deal with various types of information governance issues. In this video, we explore some key issues you need to be aware of, from subject access requests to covert recordings and overseas working.
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Sending data overseas – new International Data Transfer Agreements and updated guidance on staff working abroad
07/02/22
The Information Commissioner’s Office has finalised new standard clauses (known as the IDTA, or ‘international data transfer agreement’) to support international data flows. Find out how to use the new clauses in our insight.
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Chief Constable found liable for acts of discrimination by misconduct panels
03/02/22
The Court of Appeal held that the Chief Constable was liable for any disability discrimination by the statutory police misconduct panel that had determined disciplinary allegations against the claimant police officer.
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How GPs and dentists can prepare for the upcoming COVID-19 vaccination requirements
14/01/22
We summarise NHSE&I's operational guidance to assist you with preparing and implementing the new regulations requiring healthcare providers to ensure that certain workers have received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.
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The NHS pension scheme is set to change – here’s what employers can expect
20/12/21
The Department of Health and Social Care is consulting on proposed changes to employee contribution rates to the NHS Pension Scheme. We summarise the key proposals you need to know about.
COVID-19: Workforce FAQs
15/12/21
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose significant workforce issues for healthcare organisations regarding the services they provide and the risks to staff. Here we share our FAQs in relation to these policies and communications with staff generally.