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The new arbitration scheme from Acas is designed to stem the rising tide of tribunal cases. But there are fears that they could actually lead to an increase in formal procedures. By Philip Whiteley

The European Burden of Proof directive, which is to be implemented next year, will make it much harder for employers to defend allegations of discrimination. By Patricia Leighton

It’s official: the government’s code of practice on ageism is not working – most employers do not even know it exists. so is legislation the only way to force employers to take this issue seriously? we canvass some expert views

The Human Rights Act comes into force next month. But how do you ensure all your staff are getting the message? As prison management and security giant Group 4 recognised, it’s not something that can happen overnight

Makbool Javaid, Partner at DLA, reviews the implications of the Human Rights Act for UKemployers

The employment law team at Hammond Suddards Edge answer questions on current workplace issues Trade union recognition Q:  We do not recognise a trade union, however we have recently been …

This month’s news in brief Legal wrangling over validity of strike ballots New laws on strike balloting that come into effect this month could lead to legal wrangling over the …

A working party of lawyers, employers and professional mediators is to draw up a model mediation scheme for use by employers in workplace disputes. Set up by the Employment Lawyers …

A new arbitration scheme from Acas designed to stem the rising tide of tribunal cases could lead to an increase in formal procedures, an expert has warned. The alternative dispute …

The Court of Appeal has brought to an end months of uncertainty for employers over one of the most fundamental issues in unfair dismissal law. In the long-awaited case of …

employers need to consult before terminating employment and re-engaging on new terms. THIS MONTH WE examine the meaning of redundancy plus cases oN aggravated damages, discrimination, maternity pay and ex-gratia payments

Employers should not hold their breath for a fast-track decision on whether parental leave rights are to be extended, delegates to the employers’ Law briefing will be told later this …

Permanent health insurance can be an important tool for recruiting and retaining senior executives. But beware – the advantages could be far outweighed by huge penalties if employers fail to heed its hidden dangers. By James Wilders

Dealing with persistent absenteeism can be a real headache for personnel managers who must tiptoe their way around medical reports, disciplinary procedures and, of course, the Disability Discrimination Act. Ian Yonge diagnoses some of the most troublesome problems that can arise

Sue Jenkins guides you through the new extended ACAS Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures So deeply rooted is it in the minds of those who strive for …