The risk of discrimination and equal pay claims can be reduced with clear pathways to promotion and higher pay grades.
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In their paper A New Deal for Working People, which was published on 1 January 2024, the Labour Party sets out a portfolio of policy proposals which, if implemented, would have a profound impact on UK employment law.
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After a quiet few years, this year is a busy one for employment legislation. In addition to the usual annual increases to statutory rates, there are several important changes employers need to know about, including the new holiday pay regime, enhanced family-friendly redundancy protections, and a duty to prevent the sexual harassment of employees.
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While the Acas Code encourages employers to ‘have a quiet word’ or to use mediation where appropriate, investing time and resources in dealing with a grievance can pay off in the longer term. An informal approach can backfire if the employee feels their concerns have not been taken seriously enough; this in itself could be an act of discrimination.
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