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With religious discrimination at the forefront of the news following the recent ruling by the European court, our employment experts Jane Fielding and Vivienne Reeve discuss two recent European cases and the impact they could have for UK employers. You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr   Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f 

In this podcast, Martin Chitty and Jonathan Chamberlain discuss the new rules for trade unions and industrial action and what it will mean in practice. If you find yourself working with trade unions, it is vital to understand the structure of trade union law and how it works as well as what the new provisions mean. The podcast covers: Overview of how the law has evolved to understand the structure of current trade union law. The  latest trade union law changes; what they are; why they were introduced and what impact they will have You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr  Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f 

In this podcast on LLPs and Partnerships, we cover the employment status of LLP members and Partners, why it matters and recommendations to minimise risks for the business.

In this podcast, we cover ill health and sickness management. With sickness and absence costs amounting to £9.3 billion per year*, this is a significant commercial and practical issue for employers and employees. So, what can employers do to improve productivity, efficiency and manage risk? Members of our Employment, Labour & Equalities team consider the five main pitfalls for managing sickness absence: Problematic policies Ropy records Contract concerns Dubious dismissals and Awkward adjustments. *HSE (Health and Safety Executive) Cost to Britain Model 2014/2015 for illness (excluding injuries) http://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics/cost.htm

Does your business use flexible labour? If so, can it take a 10% hike in its payroll costs? If not, listen to this podcast. Jonathan Chamberlain and Jane Fielding discuss the renewed activity in the courts, regulation, and press and public focus in this area.  They look at the Uber & Citysprint cases and ask what all this means for the bottom line.  They suggest steps your business can take if it finds itself next in the media spotlight, the Court lists or the regulators' cross-hairs.

In this podcast, we cover the key employment issues affecting businesses setting up or expanding in the UK, whether from the US or elsewhere. We discuss the 'must know' areas for any General Counsel, HR Director, or anyone responsible for implementing a UK strategy on the ground. Members of our Employment, Labour & Equalities team consider the Top 10 issues to consider when employing staff in the UK, ensuring compliance and protecting your business.

Last year saw many important announcements with regards to employment law. As 2017 moves into its second month, we are now starting to see these changes come to light, meaning lots of change can be expected for employers and employees in the coming months. Whether it's the gender pay gap, apprenticeship levy or Brexit, the year ahead is certainly going to be significant for employment law. But what does it all mean and how does it impact employers? In our first podcast of 2017 our employment experts discuss the major developments that employers should be aware of and what it means for businesses in the UK.  

In this industrial action podcast, Martin Chitty, partner in the UK Employment team and Caron Gosling, director in the team discuss Trade Unions, trade disputes and strikes with a focus on what steps employers can take to respond to these issues.

In this TUPE & pensions podcast, Louise Clifford and Caron Gosling, Directors in the Employment & Equalities Team and Liz Wood, Director in the Combined Human Resources Solutions (CHRS) Team discuss the latest changes in some key areas affecting organisations involved in a TUPE transfer.

In this TUPE Club: Doing the deal podcast, Jane Fielding, Partner in the UK Employment & Equalities Team and Caron Gosling, Director in the Team discuss some key legal issues and solutions in an outsourcing scenario with a keen practical and commercial focus. Service Provision Change situations can be particularly complex due to the nature of the deal and the balancing of different, usually conflicting, commercial interests.

In this Whistleblowing podcast: Where the law meets psychology, Mark Greenburgh, partner in the Employment & Equalities team and Dr Michael Drayton, a management consultant, coach and clinical psychologist from Opus Performance discuss some key legal and psychological issues for individuals and organisations in the complex area of whistleblowing.

In this podcast: "What the new Conservative government means for employers", we discuss what employers face from the new Conservative Government.

In this podcast Paul Carberry and Andrea Bull discuss the recent defined contribution pension reforms and changes in public sector pensions and Fair Deal. You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr  Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f 

In this podcast Laura Clark and Vivienne Reeve discuss tackling discrimination in the workplace. You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr  Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f 

In this Mental Health podcast, we look at the challenges faced by organisations in dealing with mental health issues. You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr  Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f 

In this podcast, Vivienne Reeve, an associate in our Employment & Equalities Team, looks at the main legal obligations for employers when dealing with an employee who is, or may be, classed as disabled and those with mental ill health. You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr   Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f 

In this podcast, TUPE & Outsourcing: 10 years on, Jane Fielding, Partner in our UK Employment, Labour & Equalities team and Hannah Swindle, Principal Associate in the team, discuss the risks in the constantly developing area of TUPE and outsourcing. You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr  Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f 

In this TUPE podcast, Jane Fielding, Partner in our UK Employment, Labour & Equalities team and Hannah Swindle, Principal Associate in the team, discuss three of the perennial risk areas on a TUPE Transfer. Who is really assigned? How do you avoid the pitfall of informing and consulting under TUPE? What should you do about benefits that cannot be replicated post transfer? These issues can give rise to some of the most significant legal and commercial challenges and have a material impact on the negotiation and delivery of a deal. You can find a transcript for this episode on our website: https://bit.ly/393TnGr  Find out more about our Employment team here: https://bit.ly/3bi5e5F  We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Register for an account on our website to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars: https://bit.ly/3tEjT1f