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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.
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Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) further extends scope of protection for employees taking part in or preparing for industrial action
13/12/21
Workers are protected from a detriment connected with their trade union activities, regardless of whether this was ‘protected industrial action’ lawfully organised by a union and compliant with the statutory balloting requirements.
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Mandatory vaccination requirements for workers in health and social care: Planning and preparation guidance for employers
07/12/21
NHSEI has shared operational guidance on preparing and implementing the new regulation requiring providers of regulated healthcare services to ensure that certain workers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
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Mandatory vaccination requirements for workers in health and social care: What employers need to know
12/11/21
New mandatory COVID-19 vaccine regulations for health and social care settings in England will come into force on 1 April 2022. Find out which actions you need to take in our insight.
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EAT determines right to pay during suspension for zero hours and casual workers
22/10/21
The EAT has recently held that a bank worker was not entitled to receive pay whilst suspended from the bank pending investigation. Find out what the decision means for your bank worker arrangements and how to protect your organisation from similar claims.