How the new government is likely to shake up employment law, and what you can do to be ready.
The past month has seen the end of 13 years of Labour rule, and in its place is a new coalition government that has promised a widespread review of employment and workplace laws. This article will highlight some of the most crucial proposed changes, how they may affect your business, and practical changes you can make in anticipation of their introduction.
Equality
The most noticeable changes to employment law in the near future will be in relation to equality, more specifically the introduction of the Equality Act 2010. This is due to come into force in October. An article outlining the potential impact of the Equality Act (then the Equality Bill) was published in the January 11, 2010, issue of The Publican.
While the Liberal Democrats are generally in favour of the Act, the Conservatives have strongly hinted that they wish to curtail certain provisions.
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