This factsheet explains how a Compromise Agreement works so you can decide whether this should be used to terminate your employee’s contract of employment.
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Compromise Agreement Factsheet for Employers
January 18th, 2010
Factsheet: Compromise Agreement Advice for Employees
December 14th, 2009
This factsheet explains how a Compromise Agreement works and what happens when you are offered one by your employer.
Factsheet: Grievance Procedures under the Acas Code
November 30th, 2009
This expanded factsheet goes into more detail about the procedures required under a new code of practice for managing grievances which came into force on April 6, 2009.
Factsheet: Disciplinary Procedures under the Acas Code
November 29th, 2009
This expanded factsheet goes into more detail about the procedures required under the new code of practice for disciplinary issues and dismissal which came into force on April 6, 2009.
Flexible Working Factsheet
October 20th, 2009
Flexible working: the basics
The right to request flexible working was introduced under the Employment Act 2002 and came into force on April 6, 2003. Secondary regulations set out the eligibility and procedural requirements. Together this legislation is known as the right to request legislation.
The right to request consists of:
A [...]
Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination Factsheet
May 5th, 2009
What is pregnancy and maternity discrimination?
The Sex Discrimination Act specifically prohibits discrimination
Legal Advice for Employees Dealing with Redundancy Factsheet
March 4th, 2009
If you are being made redundant, you are entitled to be satisfied redundancy is the real reason for your dismissal.
Redundancy Advice for Employers Factsheet
December 16th, 2008
When it comes to redundancy, it is vital to follow the correct procedure. A genuine redundancy situation can result in a finding of unfair dismissal at Employment Tribunal if you do not adhere to the correct processes.
Diversity and Equality and the Recruitment Process Factsheet
October 10th, 2008
Effective recruitment is the key to having the people with the right skills, expertise and qualifications in the right jobs. Diversity and equality of opportunity should be central to the process. As well as getting the right person for the job, a fair and consistent process will help [...]
Age Discrimination Law Factsheet
October 10th, 2008
Who is Protected?
From 01 October 2006 the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations made it unlawful to discriminate against workers, employees, job seekers and trainees because of their age.
