Employment Law Update 2024
Myerson Essential Employment Law Update – Autumn 2024!
Watch the recording of our Employment Law Update webinar, hosted by the Myerson Employment Team on November 14th, 2024.
Whether you missed the live event or want to revisit the insights shared, this session will keep you informed on the latest developments in employment law.
Event Highlights:
- Labour’s Plan to Make Work Pay: Learn about the proposals for 'day one' unfair dismissal rights, upcoming family-friendly rights, and compliance with new national minimum wage and statutory sick pay regulations.
- Hot Topics: Gain insights into the 'right to switch off,' gender-critical beliefs, and recent legal changes.
- Employer Mandatory Duty: Understand the essential steps employers must take to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Don’t miss these crucial updates to help ensure your organisation stays compliant and informed.
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01619414000
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Joanne Evans
Partner & Head of Employment, Board Member and Trustee of Myerson EOT
Joanne has over 25 years of experience acting as an Employment solicitor. Joanne has specialist expertise in major reorganisations and redundancy, complex disciplinary and grievance matters, and exit arrangements.
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