Employment law and equal opportunities
This has always been a potential minefield for employers and employees alike. There are some very good on-line sources of information on our list, but if you have any doubts please ring our Help Line and ask for a copy of the relevant regulations.
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British Employment Law
Free information on employment law, including 'What's New' section
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Business Bureau (UK)
Wide-ranging information resources on employment law, individual rights and staff appraisal among others
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Compact Law
Factsheets and FAQs on a wide range of legal topics.
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Disability Discrimination Act
Admirably clear guide to the Act, presented as a series of FAQs
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Employing People
A straightforward introduction to employing people in small firms, primarily for organisations without specialist HR personnel.
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Employment Interactive Tools
Employment Relations Directorate attempt to provide a user-friendly guide through UK employment law.
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Employment Relations - regulatory guidance
Clear and comprehensive history of current employment legislation, with helpful guidance notes and factsheets. One of the most effective government sites
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Employment Solicitors
Directory of information resources on a wide range of issues affecting both employees and employers, with a facility for locating a solicitor who specialises in the subject
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Equality Direct
Advice on employment issues, from advertising a vacancy to dealing with grievances, backed up by a telephone advice service
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Equality and Human Rights Commission
The expert body in Great Britain on equality and human rights (covers racial equality, disability rights, Equal Opportunities Commission, employment practice etc.)
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Everywoman
FAQs on aspects of business law of particular concern to women
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Lawrite employment law solutions for business
Concise guides to current employment legislation
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National minimum wage
BERR guide to the National Minimum Wage Act and the Regulations, FAQs and links to the Low Pay Commission and other related bodies
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Parental Leave
EOC guide to parental leave entitlement and time off for dependants
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Racial Equality
Apart from any other reason, a racial equality policy is essential if you are tendering for public sector contracts
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Resolving Disputes in the Workplace
Minimum statutory procedures for dealing with dismissal, disciplinary action and grievances in the workplace.
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Staff dismissal procedure
The dismissal procedure that must be followed whenever employment is terminated.
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Work and Families Act 2006
Legislation aimed at increasing family friendly attitudes to work
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