In today’s world, enabling employees and stakeholders to safely voice concerns through formal and informal channels – and having the infrastructure in place to hear and deal with those concerns – is a cornerstone of good governance, is at the heart of a healthy culture, and can help employers to mitigate the risks arising from workplace activism. Find out more about the importance of having suitable whistleblowing, speak up and listen up arrangements on our dedicated “ListenUp!” webpage.
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Workplace activism is increasingly becoming a defining feature of the workplace – particularly for the tech sector which has been fertile ground for cases of high-profile activism over the years. Read more about this and other issues impacting the tech sector in our mid-year update.
8 Сентябрь 2022 //
With almost 2 million people suffering from long Covid, employers need to understand its impact and what obligations they have to avoid the risk of discrimination.
15 Август 2022 //
July 2022 saw the UK’s first red extreme heat warning as unprecedented temperatures hit parts of the globe. With climate change set to make heat events like this more frequent, employers will face important questions about how to adapt their workplaces for a warmer future.
4 Август 2022 //
We have seen a series of strikes in recent months causing significant disruption to the UK’s rail network with industrial action set to intensify. Changes to the law from 21 July 2022 mean that employers can now lawfully plug staffing gaps caused by strikes by hiring agency workers, an action which was previously a criminal offence. We explore the background to these changes and the challenges employers may face.
28 Июль 2022 //
In a European first, Spain is proposing to pass a new law offering menstrual leave. For employers in the UK considering how they can support individuals experiencing menstrual health problems, what should they be thinking about?
18 Июль 2022 //
Whilst the metaverse might still be in its infancy, employment issues are already starting to emerge. What are the key issues for employers when offering workspaces in the metaverse?
13 Июль 2022 //
Whether you are a current or prospective employer dealing with an employee who has been poached, or you are an employee considering your next move, there are various legal and commercial risks to consider. Take a look at our top tips for employers and employees.
30 Июнь 2022 //
Human rights underpin many fundamental aspects of employment law. The government’s new Bill of Rights proposes sweeping change which will impact the interpretation of employment laws by the courts.
27 Июнь 2022 //
Avid readers of EmploymentLinks will already have seen some of our commentary on workplace activism. In our latest article we talk about how the tech sector in particular might be fertile ground for workplace activism where we have seen high-profile cases of activism in recent years. In our article, we discuss how activism can be a business risk, but also a signpost of a healthy corporate culture for tech businesses.
6 Июнь 2022 //
With the world of work in a state of flux, a pilot programme is about to be launched by the 4 day week campaign. How viable is a four-day week and what are the employment law challenges?