Manchester Solutions

Employment Legislation 21st October 2010

Employment Legislation: How to comply with current legislation - and avoid litigation

Seven vital issues influencing contracts of employment
Many employers fall foul of employment contract law. This programme begins with the subtleties of ‘Contract of Service' and ‘Contract for Service'. It also deals in-depth with amendments and termination of contracts.

Four key features of disciplinary and grievance procedures
Disputes are time consuming and wasteful. This seminar introduces you to the key stages of disciplinary and grievance procedures - in the context of the ACAS Code and the Employment Rights Act.

How to avoid problems with discrimination and equal pay
This workshop will guide you through the three main Acts of Parliament and the four main types of discrimination. It also provides guidance on the Equal Pay Act and avoiding victimisation.

The difference between fair and unfair dismissal
In all cases of dismissal the employer must act reasonably. During this course, delegates will learn about Summary, Fair, Unfair, Wrongful and Constructive dismissal. 

This workshop also covers

• Sexual, racial and disability issues
• Maternity, sickness and absence
• Time keeping, incompetence and misconduct
• Redundancy
• Trade union and employment rights
• Rehabilitation of offenders
• Working time regulations

• ACAS, employment tribunals and new laws

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