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Government gender pay gap laws ‘lack power to sanction employers’
Legal expert says new legislation would be required to punish non-reportingThe government has granted “no direct power” in its gender pay gap reporting regulations to the Equality and Human Rights...
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Opinion: How do you make next generation learning a reality?
Personalised programmes can transform your L&D offering – but there are important design principles to follow, says Paul AshcroftThe concept of next generation learning has gradually moved its way...
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Focusing on the individual rather than their age
From a recruitment perspective, there are challenges in targeting a specific age group – however good the intentions. Alan Delaney reportsThe recent pledge by eight leading companies, including Aviva,...
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Further appeal for woman ‘axed by family firm after husband left her for niece’
Tribunal will reconsider sex discrimination claim that followed ‘inappropriate texts’ in feuding officeA woman who won claims for sex discrimination and unfair dismissal against her own family firm...
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HR professionals lack knowledge of key MiFID II pension changes, say experts
New rules may raise costs and affect investment decisions, as well as increasing obligations on investorsOrganisations may still need to boost pension and HR professionals’ knowledge of the Markets in...
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When can an employer facing a tribunal claim obtain an anonymity order?
Companies must have good reasons to justify a departure from the principle of open justice, says Rhian RadiaPublicity can be a double-edged sword for employers and employees. Employees often believe...
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Opinion: Line managers are the missing link in supporting disabled employees
Knowing when and how to intervene can make all the difference, says Pat Ashworth. But bosses can’t do it without supportIn November 2017, the government published its paper on improving employment...
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Legislation will force firms to disclose pay ratios as ‘Fat Cat Thursday’...
Government confirms plans for mandatory reporting by listed companies, with overall CEO-to-worker ratio at 120:1Organisations must prepare to disclose their pay ratios in the coming months, experts...
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Rapid minimum wage rises 'could lead to workers being replaced by robots’ in...
Number of lower-paid staff in automatable roles will increase in years ahead, says studyThe rapid rise in the national living wage could mean robots replace more human jobs more quickly, data published...
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Employers’ rights in relation to leavers
When an employee leaves, the focus is often on their entitlements. But what are the company’s rights and what practical steps can be taken for a smooth exit? Maria Hoeritzauer reportsWhen it comes to...
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Opinion: Is it possible to manage without managers?
With the right process in place, self-managing teams are more than just a nice idea, says Anna Bos-NehlesMore and more organisations are choosing to get rid of layers of management, in favour of giving...
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Employers face ‘wake-up call’ as UK drops out of EU workers’ top six countries
Organisations urged to invest in wider workforce development strategy to avoid European talent drainBusinesses must invest in ambitious workforce development plans to prepare for Brexit-related...
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Public sector productivity rise lags behind overall UK labour market growth
Increases are ‘small steps where giant leaps are needed’ as EU exit loomsOverall UK labour productivity recorded its largest quarterly increase since 2011, figures released today (5 January) by the...
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New year, new wellbeing opportunities
What can HR do to support employees determined to better themselves in the new year? Madeleine Mould reportsFor many, after a Christmas period of TV and overeating, 1 January will have ushered in a...
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Opinion: What drives trust and intrinsic motivation at work?
Susanne Jacobs outlines a new model for creating an environment that works with – rather than against – our neurological make-up‘Today I boarded the train to work and trusted that the driver would get...
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One in 10 companies set to miss gender pay reporting deadline
Despite regulations’ ‘lack of bite’, organisations could suffer significant consequences if they fail to complyEmployers could face serious reputational damage if they fail to comply with gender pay...
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Tribunals may use discretion over time limits for certain amended claims, EAT...
Police officer may be able to add claims for discrimination after time limit expiredEmployment tribunals are not always obligated to determine a time limit point before deciding whether to allow...
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Opinion: The BBC’s equal pay row shows the enormity of the challenge we face
Closing the gender pay gap will take more than changes to organisational policies – it’s a societal challenge too, says Dean RoylesLast weekend, BBC China correspondent Carrie Gracie resigned her post,...
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MP tables bill calling for ban on zero-hours contracts
But CIPD says concerns over post-Brexit erosion of workers’ rights may be overblownAn MP has said he will ask parliament to ban zero-hours contracts in a debate next week, as he warned that workers’...
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Tribunal asked to consider whether supporting Scottish independence is a...
Discrimination claim by councillor who was suspended by MoD after seeking SNP roleA councillor has brought an employment tribunal against his former employer, the Ministry of Defence (MoD), claiming it...
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Transparent gender pay gap reporting: getting it right
Emma Carter outlines the reporting practices that companies should adopt, and offers top transparency tips The mandatory gender pay gap reporting requirements affecting private and voluntary sector...
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Tackling conflicts of interest when a key employee leaves
Chris Weaver outlines how employers can best protect their confidential informationOne of the principal sources of competition to any business is the people who work for it, since they have access to...
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Opinion: Benefits – what really matters
Employers need to realise what their staff really want in a benefits package, says Lady Barbara JudgeAs former chairman of the Pension Protection Fund, I was particularly concerned about initiatives...
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Permanent recruitment picking up as employers compete to close skills gaps
Starting salaries rising, says REC survey, but wider wage growth remains sluggishThe number of people placed in permanent jobs in the UK increased at the fastest pace in four months at the end of 2017,...
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‘Sharp rise’ expected in legal queries over unequal pay in wake of BBC row
International editor declined new pay offer that fell below male colleagues’ remunerationDiscrimination lawyers are anticipating a “very large” increase in queries about gender pay, after BBC presenter...
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