As a Kent HR consultant, I keep an eye on changes and proposed changes to employment law that might impact my customers. In this article I’ve listed some recent changes and have a look forward at what is coming up in 2023. Employment Law Changes during 2022 As previously detailed, Read more…
Scope GPs have been the traditional source of fit notes for employees. However, the government has passed new legislation to allow other healthcare professionals to do so. Occupational therapists, pharmacists and physiotherapists to legally certify and issue fit notes. By extending the scope, it is hoped it will be easier Read more…
Safe Leave Prior to the recent elections, the government in Northern Ireland confirmed plans to introduce statutory ‘Safe Leave’ into law. Victims of domestic abuse will be entitled to 10 days’ paid leave each year, from day one of employment. It is intended to allow them to deal with related Read more…
The Good Work Plan The Good Work Plan is a new set of employment laws that came into law in April 2020. The report commissioned by the government made over 50 recommendations, and accepted most of them. Statement of Main Terms As part of the Good Work Plan, the provision Read more…