ACAS Code of Practice Flexible Working
ACAS is reviewing its Code of Practice on Flexible Working in response to proposed changes to the Flexible Working Provisions contained in the Employment Rights Act 1996. ACAS has now launched a consultation seeking comments on the draft updated Code of Practice. One of the main features relates to the duty on employers to consult […]
Worker Protection Bill Back on Track?
The Worker Protection Bill which sought to bring new protections against sexual harassment in the workplace, appeared to have been dropped following concerns by government back benchers about the impact on employers. There had also been concerns expressed about potential impact on free speech arising from the provisions of the Bill which would have made […]
Changes to UK Immigration Rules
Changes were made to the immigration rules with effect from 17 July 2023. The government published a statement of changes on that date. The changes mean that: From September 2023, the holders of pre-settled status under the EU settlement scheme will automatically have their leave extended by 2 years without any need to apply for […]
Trade Unions and Judicial Review Case
13 Trade Unions have won their judicial review challenge as the High Court in England has found that regulations implemented late last year, allowing employers to use temporary agency staff during strike action by their employees, are unlawful. In the case of Unison v Secretary of State for Business & Trade, the court found that […]
