Ready for a seismic shift in UK employment law? Kate, your resident HR expert and self-confessed employment law geek, dives deep into the Employment Rights Bill that's about to transform workplace relationships across Britain.
The changes are substantial and far-reaching. Unfair dismissal claims will become a day one right rather than requiring two years of service. The controversial "fire and rehire" practice faces severe restrictions with potential penalties doubling to 180 days' pay. Redundancy rules are being overhauled to prevent companies from avoiding consultation by making smaller cuts across multiple locations. Zero-hours workers will gain new rights to guaranteed contracts after 12 weeks of regular work, while shift workers will receive compensation for last-minute cancellations.
But that's not all – holiday pay records must be maintained for six years, tribunal time limits are doubling from three to six months, and a new Fair Work Agency will actively enforce employment rights. Kate expertly unpacks what's changing, what's been scrapped, and most importantly, what it all means for small business owners trying to navigate this evolving landscape.
What makes this episode particularly valuable is Kate's practical action plan for staying ahead of these changes. Rather than simply explaining the legislation, she provides a step-by-step approach for reviewing contracts, upgrading record-keeping systems, monitoring consultation timelines, communicating effectively with employees, and ensuring compliance before enforcement begins.
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