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To pay or not to pay? That is the question

14 February 2018

Now that the dust has settled, or perhaps more accurately the snow has melted, employers will now need to consider what, if anything, to pay staff following the recent adverse weather conditions.

In situ cancer: a deemed disability?

13 February 2018

In terms of the Equality Act 2010, cancer is a deemed disability which means there is no requirement to prove the relevant effect of the impairment (unlike other physical or mental impairments). But what does “cancer” mean – does it include ‘in situ’ cancer?

Gig workers – enhancing protection?

07 February 2018

Employment rights for so called gig workers has been a very topical issue. The Taylor Good Work Report made a number of recommendations in this regard (see link below). The Report investigated the impact modern working practices have and found that while the strength of the UK economy is built on flexibility, clearer focus was needed on the quality of work (and not just quantity).

Gender Pay Gap - Research

18 January 2018

The Office for National Statistics has analysed the gender pay gap to seek to understand the factors surrounding the difference in pay as between men and women. The study concludes that the gap for full-time workers is entirely in favour of men in every occupation.

Gender Pay Gap Reporting 2018 – Happy New Year

03 January 2018

Regulations made under The Equality Act 2010 requires employers with 250 or more “employees” to publish information relating to pay in order to highlight any differences that exist in the pay received by men and women.

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