In what is believed to be the first prosecution under the Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007, Cotswold Geotechnical...
Employment law
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BERR v Neufeld and Howe
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The claimants, Mr Neufeld and Mr Howe, were controlling shareholders and directors of their... -
On 6 April 2009, the right to request flexible working was extended to parents of children aged 16 and under,...
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Charity worker David Booker faces an internal investigation today after he was suspended from his job at a Christian hostel...
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Tube train drivers are set to begin strike action tonight over alleged victimisation and bullying at London Underground.The 180 RMT...
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Pension provision more important to staff than flexible working or bonuses
by Guy Loganby Guy LoganEmployees would rather have a pension than enjoy other benefits such as flexible working or bonuses, a survey has found.A...
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Make sure you know how this year’s Budget affects you. Live coverage will appear here on Wednesday 22 April 2009...
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A barmaid who was sacked for failing to turn off a tap has won compensation from her former employer. Judy...
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A waiter is suing a hotel for age discrimination after they cut his shifts and gave the remaining hours to...
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Former Network Rail HR boss settles sex and racial discrimination claim after £500,000 payout
by Tara Craigby Tara CraigA former HR boss at Network Rail has received £500,000 in an out-of-court settlement after she accused a senior executive...
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A City high flyer has been awarded more than £64,000 in compensation after she was sexually harassed and then sacked...
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Friday Podcast: angry CIPD staff criticise Orme; the Budget wishlists; and companies fail to follow redundancy procedures
by Rob Mossby Rob MossHR news and analysis including:
angry CIPD staff have attacked CEO Jackie Orme’s handling of redundancies
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Engineering software company Aveva is to slash 10% of its workforce, including positions in HR and training and development.The UK...
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Paid maternity leave could increase to 20 weeks for women in the UK if radical new plans, agreed by the...
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HR managers may be best placed to handle key aspects of staff transfers under TUPE.Imagine being told by your board...