Brexit: the UK voted to leave the EU by a margin of 3.8%. Read my views on the potential impact on 7 key areas of UK Employment Legislation.
Brexit and Employment Law Implications
New Driving Licence Rules
New rules governing the recording of motoring offences on drivers’ licences were introduced on 8 June 2015. Endorsements and penalty points issued in Scotland, England and Wales will be recorded electronically and will no longer appear on the driver’s licence card or the paper counterpart.
If a valid driving licence is a requirement for any of your employees read my overview of the new regime introduced by the DVLA.
Pre-election Reforms to Employment Law Come into Force
A number of pre-election reforms to Employment Law come into force today and should not slip under the radar for employers.
Agency Workers Regulations
The UK Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) 2010 ensure that temporary agency workers are entitled to the same basic working and employment conditions as directly-hired staff. They guarantee equal treatment regarding pay, working time, and holidays after a 12-week qualifying period, alongside “day one” rights.
Dismissal for failing to agree to new terms and conditions following TUPE transfer was automatic unfair dismissal
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”) has held that the dismissal for failing to agree to new terms and conditions following TUPE transfer was automatic unfair dismissal
Wrexham Drivers Awarded £60,000 for Unfair Dismissal
Wrexham Drivers Awarded £60,000 for Unfair Dismissal, the case hinged on the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations.
