BA v Unite rumbles on
The much-publicized dispute between British Airways plc and Unite regarding changes to the number of BA cabin crew on long haul flights and a proposed 2-year pay freeze continues to rumble on. BA and...
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RSSAs an employer, have you the right to defend your property?
There has been much debate over the release of Munir Hussain, who was jailed for harming an intruder who attacked him and his family.
That case regarded protecting one’s family and home. What happens...
Buying a business? Beware illegal workers!
Make sure when you are carrying out your due diligence exercise that you also check that all employees can legally work in the UK. If there are employees who are transferring to you and have been granted...
Adultery:Capability Issue?
So the papers have been reporting that John Terry has had an affair with his best friend’s girlfriend and that Fabio Capello is considering whether he should still be the England Captain. Should one’s...
“Fit notes” to be launched in April 2010
Following a consultation period between 28 May and 31 August 2009, The UK Government has now confirmed that it intends to replace the current sick note scheme with "fit notes" (or, more formally, "Statements...
‘You can’t get me I’m part of the Union’ – A new code for employers
Employment partner Mike Delaney gives employers the heads-up about the new code which addresses provision for employees who need time off for trade union duties and activities.
What are the differences...
New rules on advertising for skilled workers now in force
Under UK immigration rules, employers can recruit skilled non-EEA nationals if the vacancy cannot be filled by a worker residing in the UK. Previously, employers had to advertise the vacancy for two...
