Will a new Bill make mediation mandatory in Scotland?

Should mediation be a choice or an order? In Scotland, MSPs are pushing for the latter under a new Bill which, although it excludes employment disputes at this stage, could potentially make it compulsory for employers and employees to engage in mediation before matters end up in court. Our Glasgow-based Employment Law Advisers share their thoughts on the feasibility of this proposal in our latest blog: http://ow.ly/3tiU50vO1BX #UKemplaw #mediation #earlyconciliation #Acas

EW Free Mock Trial Event - Birmingham

Midlands directors, managers and HR professionals, this one's for you. 🔹 Mock Employment Tribunal trial focusing on sexual harassment 🔹 Birmingham 🔹 17 October 2019 🔹 FREE event Play an interactive role in a mock hearing and equip yourself with the knowledge you need to improve your chances of defending Employment Tribunal claims. Sign up now: http://ow.ly/7ICm50vNTTm #UKemplaw #HR #humanresources #EmploymentTribunal #Birmingham #training

EW Free Mock Trial Event - Chester

Chester! What's in your diary for 3 October? Join us at Abbey Gate College from 12:00 to 4:45 for our FREE mock Employment Tribunal event. This is a valuable opportunity to get a close-up look at how matters play out at trial and make sure you're prepared for any claims you may come up against. This is one you don't want to miss. Hit play on the video for more details, then sign up here: http://ow.ly/Nmag50vMi7j #UKemplaw #HR #humanresources #EmploymentTribunal #Chester #training

Workplaces must protect women going through menopause, say MPs

A menopause policy should be as commonplace as maternity schemes in businesses and organisations, said the MPs, some of whom want legislation to force through the reforms. What are your thoughts? Could employers do more to support women going through the menopause? Read more: http://ow.ly/20nI50vKFiK

3-STEP GUIDE | Health and safety for outdoor events

Got an outdoor event lined up to make the most of this uncharacteristically nice weather we're having? For businesses and organisations, the health and safety aspect of planning an event can be off-putting, but it doesn't need to be a barrier. We've broken down the steps you should take to ensure things go smoothly: http://ow.ly/OPhZ50vKFOX #healthandsafety #eventsafety

Call for four more bank holidays to bring UK in line with the EU

Workers in Slovakia, Slovenia, Finland and Cyprus are entitled to 15 bank holidays a year, almost twice as many as in the UK. Read more: http://ow.ly/z4p250vKhq1

Royal Mail union to launch strike ballot over workers' rights

More than 100,000 Royal Mail workers are expected to vote on whether to strike over grievances about job security, an alleged culture of bullying, and the terms and conditions of their employment. Read more: http://ow.ly/FbTi50vGypx

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📅 NEW DATE ADDED! Chester! We're bringing our mock Employment Tribunal event to you on 3 October. Witness what goes on at a Tribunal hearing, hear the evidence presented and follow the case through to the Judge's decision. With claim numbers continuing to soar, this is a prime opportunity to see first hand how they are dealt with at trial. Spaces will fill up fast, so reserve your seat now: http://ow.ly/cg6L50vFud6 #UKemplaw #HR #humanresources #business #Chester

'Costa Coffee took £200 from my pay for training'

The BBC spoke to 13 current and former Costa employees at stores in Essex who say they have also been subjected to other deductions for till discrepancies and running costs. Read more: http://ow.ly/pqUm50vE90x

Employee resignation during disciplinary process

Ever had an employee quit during the disciplinary process in order to avoid leaving under a cloud? It's a common tactic - but where does this leave you as an employer? We explain here: http://ow.ly/FQri50vCelC #UKemplaw #HR #humanresources #disciplinary

Worker sacked after she refused to go to work following death of dog says bereavement laws should cover pets

“Following her unexpected death, I informed my manager I could not come into work as I was too devastated and physically sick to do so. Instead of being shown the compassion and sympathy stated in the contract, I was sent a number of nasty messages and told I had to cover my shift as no bereavement time was allowed for pets.” Read more: http://ow.ly/UNeK50vzspp What do you think? Should employees be allowed to take time off following the death of a pet?