Category Archives: Employment Law

Social networking : think before you click!

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Honley Law Practice

The internet is used by many to find love, often via social networking sites. However, such sites including Facebook have often contributed to or caused relationships to break down.

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Revised rates for statutory pay issues

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Honley Law Practice

Both employees and employers should take note that the government have advised of  changes to rates for certain statutory payments and benefits.  These rates are subject to Parliamentary approval. 

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Unfair Dismissal: increase in the qualifying period

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Honley Law Practice

The Government plans to shake up employment law in the UK. One of the important changes is the increased qualifying period for unfair dismissal. At present, an employee with one year’s continuous employment has the right to claim unfair dismissal. … Continue reading →

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ACAS Issues Advice on Dealing With Effects of Riots

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Honley Law Practice

The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) has issued guidance for employers and employees on coping with the effects of the riots which have recently erupted in London and in other major cities across the UK. The focus of the … Continue reading →

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Further Steps in the Government Review of Employment Law

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Honley Law Practice

The Government has announced that as part of its ongoing review of employment law, aimed at eliminating unnecessary ‘red tape’, it will consider in detail the case for reforming: Compensation for Discrimination  Whilst there need to be remedies for discrimination, … Continue reading →

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