Ashfords’ employment team continues to update you and provide insights on some of the key employment and immigration law developments from the past quarter. In this edition, our experts:
Social media has become an inescapable part of daily life, and it's increasingly relevant in the world of recruitment and employment. In this article, we explore the potential risks, benefits and data compliance requirements of using social media as a recruitment tool.
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In its judgment in the case of Mr M Rakib v Mitie Limited, the Employment Tribunal found that Mitie had unfairly dismissed its employee following his unauthorised viewing of CCTV footage. The tribunal published its written reasons for this decision earlier this year - in this article we provide a background to the case and highlight key takeaways for employers.
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It's not uncommon for employees to make a subject access request to their employer when in dispute with their employer, be it facing disciplinary proceedings or pursuing a claim. In this article we address some of the nuances specific to subject access requests, when made in the context of employment proceedings.
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The government has released an initial Employment Rights Bill implementation timetable - offering HR professionals and employers a clearer view of when key reforms are likely to take effect. In this article we outline the timeline for the proposed reforms by the Employment Rights Bill and advise seven next steps for employers, highlighting the key areas to focus on during the implementation phases of the bill.
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Recent amendments to the Employment Rights Bill propose limits on confidentiality clauses in cases of discrimination and harassment. This article explains what these clauses are, their role in Employment Tribunal claims, the proposed changes, and their implications and benefits for employers.
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In the latest episode of our ESG podcast, employment partner James Collings joins associate Zoe Hunt discuss HR's crucial role within ESG strategy implementation. This episode provides practical insights to help HR professionals move in the right direction, highlighting seven steps to build an ethical, inclusive and sustainable workplace.
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Our latest webinar, 'The use of social media in recruitment', explored the growing role of social media in recruitment and employment and how to navigate these challenges responsibly - ensuring your recruitment practices remain both effective and legally compliant.
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