One of the most comprehensive and affordable Employment Law events for HR and business professionals on the North-West business calendar.
Recent and forthcoming legislation
NDAs, whistleblowing & sexual harassment
Off-payroll working (IR35)
Case Law update
Information and consultation of employees
Mental health - Legal obligations and responsibilities
Panel Q&A Your questions answered
Our Experts
Mark Hammerton is a Partner (Human Resources Practice Group) with substantial experience in employment law. He is an expert in TUPE, restructuring, whistleblowing, complex disciplinary/grievance matters, executive severance, mass equal pay claims and employment status (including agency workers).
Jenny Mann is a Senior Associate (Human Resources Practice Group) handling both contentious and non contentious matters, providing pragmatic advice to employers on a wide range of employment issues.
Chloe Themistocleous is an Associate specialising in Employment Law. She has a wealth of experience in Tribunal litigation, including claims for unfair dismissal, all types of discrimination and whistleblowing. Chloe has also successfully conducted large scale redundancy litigation cases involving up to 350 parties. In addition to her Employment Tribunal work, Chloe provides employment law and human resources advice and training to businesses
James Boffey (Trainer in Good Practice Services) is a regular at our masterclasses and always delivers highly engaging and informative sessions. This year with increased focus on wellbeing, James discussed the legal obligations and requirements for employers on mental health. James has worked with a range of public and private sector organisations across the North West and provides advice, training and support to both staff and management; improving employment relations and business performance.
The document summarizes the agenda and key topics from a Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter Supporters' Network Event on March 11, 2020. The event included an employment law update covering recent changes to statutory payments and legislation, a discussion of Charter development, and implications of recent legal cases. Public health guidance related to COVID-19 was also provided. Upcoming consultations on topics like parental leave and one-sided flexibility were outlined.
This document provides guidance on posting employees abroad and maintaining their Danish social security coverage. It outlines a 6-step process:
1) Determine if the employee is being sent to an EU/EEA, treaty, or non-EU/EEA country
2) Check if any treaties apply regarding which social security benefits are covered and for how long
3) Consider additional benefits like sickness, healthcare, pensions, and family coverage
4) File the proper application with the Danish or local authority
5) Consider special situations like multi-state employees or permanent international assignments
6) Maintaining Danish benefits requires meeting 5 conditions like the work being temporary and a connection to the home employer.
The document summarizes Employee Capital Plans (PPKs) which are a new type of voluntary pension program in Poland intended to encourage savings for retirement. PPKs will have opt-in enrollment for employees, mandatory employer contributions of 2% of salary, and government contributions. Implementation will be phased in over several years for employers of different sizes. PPKs offer tax incentives for both employees and employers and allow savings to be used for health or housing purposes before retirement. The summary provides an overview of PPK contributions, benefits, costs, eligible participants, oversight structure, and comparison to existing pension programs.
Deductions on section 80 c, 80ccc, 80ccd UGC -NET COMMERCE DIwakar Rajput
This document discusses various tax deductions that can be claimed under Sections 80C, 80CCC, 80CCD, and 80D of the Indian Income Tax Act. Some key deductions include:
1. Section 80C allows deduction of up to Rs. 1.5 lakh for investments/payments such as life insurance premium, PPF, NSC, etc.
2. Section 80CCC provides deduction for annuity premium paid to LIC or other insurers for receiving pension.
3. Section 80CCD allows deduction of up to 10% of salary for employee pension contributions and up to Rs. 1.5 lakh for self-employed individuals.
4. Section 80D allows deduction of
HR Webinar: The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: New Employer Opportunities ...Ascentis
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law H.R. 1319, the “American Rescue Plan Act of 2021” (APRA). The latest in an extended series of COVID-19 economic relief bills, with a price tag of $1.9 trillion and weighing in at an impressive 628 pages, ARPA will bring cumulative US federal pandemic relief spending to approximately $5.7 trillion. While the new law’s consumer provisions – like direct stimulus payments to about 89% of US taxpayers, extended unemployment benefits, and increased child tax credits – have gotten almost all the press coverage related to this law, as with prior laws (FFCRA, CARES Act, CAA) there are many employer-impacting provisions that have so far “flown under the radar.”
At Ascentis, we’ve hauled out our trusty “HCM radar detector” to hone in on just those provisions which may impact and delight (or maybe not?) employers, and the HR community, around the country.
This document summarizes aspects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) for employers, including: how to determine if an employer is an applicable large employer subject to the employer mandate; the employer mandate requirements around offering affordable minimum essential coverage; potential penalties for non-compliance; and other ACA provisions impacting employers. It provides an overview of the employer shared responsibility rules, measurement periods, and affordability safe harbors. It also discusses other ACA topics like the individual mandate, essential health benefits, taxes and fees, and grandfathered health plans.
Automatic Enrolment functionality has been elegantly integrated into Qtac. Setting up your pension scheme, enrolling employees, issuing communication, making contributions and viewing reports – it's all seamless and simple.
Employees need to be automatically enrolled if they:
Are aged between 22 and State Pension Age
Earn more than £10,000 a year (2014/15 limit)
Work in the UK
If a company does not have a qualifying pension scheme then it must introduce one. If the employer doesn’t currently make a contribution to the pension, they will have to by law when they ‘automatically enrol’ entitled workers.
Your clients are responsible for ensuring they have a compliant pension scheme in place and that the correct employees and employers contributions are paid into the scheme.
What’s the reason for auto enrolment? The average life span has increased and people are living a lot longer. These changes to pensions are because the current state pension will just not be sufficient when retiring and therefore trying to encourage people to save for retirement.
Jobholders
Eligible jobholder
The employer must
automatically enrol and make contributions
if using postponement, provide a notification to the eligible jobholder
process any opt-out notice
automatically re-enrol approximately every three years
keep records of the automatic enrolment process
Non-eligible jobholder
The employer must
arrange pension scheme membership if the non-eligible jobholder decides to opt-in, and also make contributions
provide information about the right to opt-in, unless using postponement
if using postponement, the employer must provide a notification to the non-eligible jobholder & keep records of the enrolment process
Entitled worker
The employer must:
arrange pension scheme membership if the entitled worker decides to join
provide information about the right to join, unless using postponement
if using postponement, provide a notification to the entitled worker
keep records of the joining process
A clients choice of automatic enrolment pension scheme could have an impact on the payroll processing time and costs involved.
Some of your clients may have an existing scheme, in this scenario they should ascertain with their pension provider whether it meets automatic enrolment requirements and is therefore classed as a qualifying scheme.
The document summarizes the agenda and key topics from a Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter Supporters' Network Event on March 11, 2020. The event included an employment law update covering recent changes to statutory payments and legislation, a discussion of Charter development, and implications of recent legal cases. Public health guidance related to COVID-19 was also provided. Upcoming consultations on topics like parental leave and one-sided flexibility were outlined.
This document provides guidance on posting employees abroad and maintaining their Danish social security coverage. It outlines a 6-step process:
1) Determine if the employee is being sent to an EU/EEA, treaty, or non-EU/EEA country
2) Check if any treaties apply regarding which social security benefits are covered and for how long
3) Consider additional benefits like sickness, healthcare, pensions, and family coverage
4) File the proper application with the Danish or local authority
5) Consider special situations like multi-state employees or permanent international assignments
6) Maintaining Danish benefits requires meeting 5 conditions like the work being temporary and a connection to the home employer.
The document summarizes Employee Capital Plans (PPKs) which are a new type of voluntary pension program in Poland intended to encourage savings for retirement. PPKs will have opt-in enrollment for employees, mandatory employer contributions of 2% of salary, and government contributions. Implementation will be phased in over several years for employers of different sizes. PPKs offer tax incentives for both employees and employers and allow savings to be used for health or housing purposes before retirement. The summary provides an overview of PPK contributions, benefits, costs, eligible participants, oversight structure, and comparison to existing pension programs.
Deductions on section 80 c, 80ccc, 80ccd UGC -NET COMMERCE DIwakar Rajput
This document discusses various tax deductions that can be claimed under Sections 80C, 80CCC, 80CCD, and 80D of the Indian Income Tax Act. Some key deductions include:
1. Section 80C allows deduction of up to Rs. 1.5 lakh for investments/payments such as life insurance premium, PPF, NSC, etc.
2. Section 80CCC provides deduction for annuity premium paid to LIC or other insurers for receiving pension.
3. Section 80CCD allows deduction of up to 10% of salary for employee pension contributions and up to Rs. 1.5 lakh for self-employed individuals.
4. Section 80D allows deduction of
HR Webinar: The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021: New Employer Opportunities ...Ascentis
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law H.R. 1319, the “American Rescue Plan Act of 2021” (APRA). The latest in an extended series of COVID-19 economic relief bills, with a price tag of $1.9 trillion and weighing in at an impressive 628 pages, ARPA will bring cumulative US federal pandemic relief spending to approximately $5.7 trillion. While the new law’s consumer provisions – like direct stimulus payments to about 89% of US taxpayers, extended unemployment benefits, and increased child tax credits – have gotten almost all the press coverage related to this law, as with prior laws (FFCRA, CARES Act, CAA) there are many employer-impacting provisions that have so far “flown under the radar.”
At Ascentis, we’ve hauled out our trusty “HCM radar detector” to hone in on just those provisions which may impact and delight (or maybe not?) employers, and the HR community, around the country.
This document summarizes aspects of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) for employers, including: how to determine if an employer is an applicable large employer subject to the employer mandate; the employer mandate requirements around offering affordable minimum essential coverage; potential penalties for non-compliance; and other ACA provisions impacting employers. It provides an overview of the employer shared responsibility rules, measurement periods, and affordability safe harbors. It also discusses other ACA topics like the individual mandate, essential health benefits, taxes and fees, and grandfathered health plans.
Automatic Enrolment functionality has been elegantly integrated into Qtac. Setting up your pension scheme, enrolling employees, issuing communication, making contributions and viewing reports – it's all seamless and simple.
Employees need to be automatically enrolled if they:
Are aged between 22 and State Pension Age
Earn more than £10,000 a year (2014/15 limit)
Work in the UK
If a company does not have a qualifying pension scheme then it must introduce one. If the employer doesn’t currently make a contribution to the pension, they will have to by law when they ‘automatically enrol’ entitled workers.
Your clients are responsible for ensuring they have a compliant pension scheme in place and that the correct employees and employers contributions are paid into the scheme.
What’s the reason for auto enrolment? The average life span has increased and people are living a lot longer. These changes to pensions are because the current state pension will just not be sufficient when retiring and therefore trying to encourage people to save for retirement.
Jobholders
Eligible jobholder
The employer must
automatically enrol and make contributions
if using postponement, provide a notification to the eligible jobholder
process any opt-out notice
automatically re-enrol approximately every three years
keep records of the automatic enrolment process
Non-eligible jobholder
The employer must
arrange pension scheme membership if the non-eligible jobholder decides to opt-in, and also make contributions
provide information about the right to opt-in, unless using postponement
if using postponement, the employer must provide a notification to the non-eligible jobholder & keep records of the enrolment process
Entitled worker
The employer must:
arrange pension scheme membership if the entitled worker decides to join
provide information about the right to join, unless using postponement
if using postponement, provide a notification to the entitled worker
keep records of the joining process
A clients choice of automatic enrolment pension scheme could have an impact on the payroll processing time and costs involved.
Some of your clients may have an existing scheme, in this scenario they should ascertain with their pension provider whether it meets automatic enrolment requirements and is therefore classed as a qualifying scheme.
Payroll Webinar: Paying Overtime Under the FLSA: Part 2Ascentis
This is the second of a two-part webinar that will help you better understand the requirements and procedures involved in overtime calculation. Calculating overtime pay for nonexempt employees sounds so simple. But not so fast. The truth is that overtime rules and the mathematics required to arrive at the correct calculation can be extremely tricky. Our speaker will share her expertise and best practices for managing these calculations.
Penalties for overtime violations can be severe with the possibility of fines, imprisonment or both! Add civil suits to the mix and the results can be devastating to any business, no matter how large or small. Just to keep it interesting, most states use the same definition to calculate overtime as the FLSA does. So, even one, single error can earn you double the penalties.
Payroll Webinar: What You Need to Know about Benefits TaxationAscentis
You will learn the payroll department’s responsibilities pertaining to the set-up of employee benefits, including retirement, health and welfare and other benefits. You will learn what payroll department staff need to know when tax withholding needs to occur and how to communicate the tax withholding effectively to employees. Learn how to be proactive on employee taxation issues with management and prevent surprises.
The document discusses Ghana's pension reform act of 2008 which introduced a three-tier contributory pension system. The first tier is a mandatory basic social security scheme managed by SSNIT. The second and third tiers are privately managed and optional. The reform aims to improve retirement benefits and income security. Trade unions can influence how workers' pension funds are invested through advocacy and shareholder activism.
Employment Law Update: essential updates and practical guidance for employersPat Coyle
A broad-ranging presentation focussed on keeping you up to date with current Employment Law and the effect that legislative changes and case law may have on your business or workplace
This document provides a summary of recent federal tax updates and state tax updates in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the extension of the federal tax filing and payment deadline to July 15, 2020, provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act including paid sick leave and family leave, the $2 trillion CARES Act economic stimulus package, and issues for businesses to consider regarding loans, mergers and acquisitions, and tax exclusions under Section 139.
HMRC have announced even further extensions to the furlough scheme until the end of September 2021. The government will continue to contribute to 80% of employees' wages for unworked hours until the end of June. However, employers will be asked to contribute a percentage of their employees' wage from July onwards as the scheme winds down.
Join Jim Paille as he talks about payroll tax compliance going into the new year. In this session, you will understand the latest tax reform items that affect payroll. He will cover new IRS initiatives to be mindful of entering 2021. Then, Jim will discuss topics related to the 2020-2021 W-4’s impact at both the federal and state levels. Finally, he will cover some tips you can leverage to make your year-end processing more efficient and effective.
HR Webinar: The New Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021: What HR Pros Mus...Ascentis
The Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") has been renewed and modified under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 ("CAA'21"). Key changes include extending the application period through March 31, 2021, allowing certain new borrowers to apply, providing targeted funding amounts to underserved communities, and permitting borrowers to receive both a PPP loan and Employee Retention Tax Credit for the same wages.
HR Webinar: Ho, Ho, Ho My Goodness: Compliance Review for Year-End 2019Ascentis
The document provides an overview of changes to minimum wage rates across multiple states and localities effective in 2020. Key points include:
- Over 20 states are increasing their minimum wage rates in 2020, with rates ranging from $8.56 to $15 per hour.
- Many cities and counties within California are increasing their minimum wages, some exceeding the new state minimum of $13 per hour.
- Other localities increasing minimum wages include Denver, Chicago, and Cook County, Illinois.
- Several jurisdictions have set future increases to reach rates of $15 per hour or more by 2022-2026.
- Tipped minimum wages are also increasing in some states but remain lower than regular minimum
The document provides an overview of recent and upcoming regulatory guidance related to the Affordable Care Act. Key points include:
1) The regulatory forecast indicates possible tweaks to prior regulations on issues like automatic enrollment and nondiscrimination rules. More guidance on the employer mandate penalties is also anticipated.
2) The legislative forecast suggests growing bipartisan support for modifying the employer mandate penalties, but complete repeal is unlikely. Legal challenges to the ACA continue.
3) Recent guidance addressed topics like COBRA notification forms, waiting periods, and employer reimbursement of individual premiums. Upcoming requirements include minimum essential coverage and employer shared responsibility reporting.
This document provides an overview of various deductions that can be claimed under sections 80C to 80U of the Indian Income Tax Act of 1961. It explains key deductions such as those for approved savings and investments of up to Rs. 1.5 lakhs under section 80C, contributions to pension schemes under 80CCD, medical and education expenses under 80D, 80DD, 80E, and donations to certain funds under 80G. It also outlines eligibility criteria and limits for claiming these common tax deductions in India.
The document summarizes an HR seminar that covered several employment law topics, including the upcoming UK general election, shared parental leave, holiday pay, and obesity as a potential disability. Key points included indications that the Conservatives may introduce significant changes to union rules and replace the Human Rights Act, while Labour may increase statutory paternity leave and the minimum wage. Regarding shared parental leave, mothers must end maternity leave for fathers to take leave, which can be shared in blocks between the child's first and second birthdays. Recent court cases established that holiday pay calculations should include non-guaranteed overtime to comply with EU law. Lastly, the European Court of Justice ruled that obesity could constitute a disability if it hinders
We discuss the recent changes to the furlough scheme, including how the rules are changing between now and September. Plus, we highlight important HR tips to remember as you return to the workplace (including what mistakes you should avoid).
For more information, please visit www.brightpay.co.uk
The document discusses various types of income and tax deductions in India. It covers five main types of income: salary, house property, business/profession, capital gains, and other sources. It then outlines the tax deductions available under sections 80C, 80D, 80E, 80G, 80GG, 80GGA, 80-IA, and 80U for contributions to insurance/provident funds, medical expenses, education loans, donations, rent paid, research donations, certain business undertakings, and disability. The purpose of tax deductions is to provide incentives for investment, welfare initiatives, savings, and infrastructure development.
PRESENTATION ON PENSIONS CONFERENCE HELD IN ACCRA GHANAPrince Owusu
This document summarizes Ghana's national pension reform and benefits. It outlines the establishment of a presidential commission to examine the country's pension arrangements and make recommendations. The commission's main recommendation was to create a new contributory three-tier pension system comprising a mandatory basic social security scheme, a mandatory privately-managed occupational pension, and voluntary personal pension schemes. The reform aims to provide universal pension coverage and higher benefits than the previous system. Challenges include ensuring adequate investment returns for the privately-managed defined contribution schemes.
Nepal contribution based social security fund pptAjaya Budhathoki
This document discusses Nepal's Contribution Based Social Security Fund (CBSSF). It provides details on:
1) The laws and regulations governing CBSSF. Formal sector employees, informal sector workers, and self-employed individuals can register voluntarily or mandatorily.
2) The schemes covered by CBSSF including medical treatment, accident and disability protection, dependent family protection, and old age protection. Contributions are allocated to each scheme.
3) Benefits provided under each scheme such as medical cost coverage, accident compensation, pensions for dependents and retirees. The document outlines contribution rates, eligibility periods and excluded treatments.
Covid19 guidance for multiemployer plans and labor unions webinarWithum
COVID-19 Guidance: Multiemployer Plans and Labor Unions
In this webinar we talk about how COVID-19 is impacting Multiemployer Plans and Labor Unions, including relief programs and FAQs
The document provides an overview and analysis of the 2014 Australian Federal Budget. Key points include:
- The budget forecasts a deficit of $29.8 billion for 2014/15.
- Individual tax rates will increase with the introduction of a 2% deficit levy and increase to the Medicare levy.
- Superannuation guarantee rates will increase to 9.5% but then be frozen until 2018.
- The excess non-concessional contributions tax will be abolished and replaced with inclusion of earnings in personal tax returns.
The document summarizes key HR issues and considerations for companies setting up in the UK, including:
- Having offer letters, contracts of employment, employee handbooks and comprehensive HR systems in place to avoid legal issues when problems arise.
- Common HR problems that can occur include retracting job offers, managing employee sickness, payroll, performance management, redundancy, termination, mergers and acquisitions.
- New legislation on unfair dismissal, tribunal fees, fit notes, national living wage, pensions, data protection, and immigration could impact companies setting up in the UK.
- Changes to immigration like increasing salary thresholds and charging fees for visas aim to tighten the system but may burden businesses.
Irish Employment Law Updates: What Employers Need to Know in 2024Boundless HQ
With the enactment of several key employment legislation changes in 2024, Ireland is experiencing changes that are transforming the world of work for years to come.
To ensure you remain informed and compliant, we ran a detailed briefing led by an expert in the field, Fredericka Sheppard, Managing Director and Co-Founder at Voltedge.
During the webinar, we covered:
1. The significant adjustments coming into effect in 2024
2. Insights into the Work-Life Balance Act 2023, highlighting some of the new entitlements that came with it
3. The upcoming Right to Request Remote Working Act, enhancing workplace flexibility
4. Insights into the expanded employee entitlements under the Sick Leave Act 2022
5. The EU Directive on Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions, examining its impact on employment contracts and probation periods
This session is specifically tailored for HR and People Ops professionals, as well as business leaders aiming to navigate the evolving Irish employment landscape with confidence while staying compliant.
Payroll Webinar: Paying Overtime Under the FLSA: Part 2Ascentis
This is the second of a two-part webinar that will help you better understand the requirements and procedures involved in overtime calculation. Calculating overtime pay for nonexempt employees sounds so simple. But not so fast. The truth is that overtime rules and the mathematics required to arrive at the correct calculation can be extremely tricky. Our speaker will share her expertise and best practices for managing these calculations.
Penalties for overtime violations can be severe with the possibility of fines, imprisonment or both! Add civil suits to the mix and the results can be devastating to any business, no matter how large or small. Just to keep it interesting, most states use the same definition to calculate overtime as the FLSA does. So, even one, single error can earn you double the penalties.
Payroll Webinar: What You Need to Know about Benefits TaxationAscentis
You will learn the payroll department’s responsibilities pertaining to the set-up of employee benefits, including retirement, health and welfare and other benefits. You will learn what payroll department staff need to know when tax withholding needs to occur and how to communicate the tax withholding effectively to employees. Learn how to be proactive on employee taxation issues with management and prevent surprises.
The document discusses Ghana's pension reform act of 2008 which introduced a three-tier contributory pension system. The first tier is a mandatory basic social security scheme managed by SSNIT. The second and third tiers are privately managed and optional. The reform aims to improve retirement benefits and income security. Trade unions can influence how workers' pension funds are invested through advocacy and shareholder activism.
Employment Law Update: essential updates and practical guidance for employersPat Coyle
A broad-ranging presentation focussed on keeping you up to date with current Employment Law and the effect that legislative changes and case law may have on your business or workplace
This document provides a summary of recent federal tax updates and state tax updates in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the extension of the federal tax filing and payment deadline to July 15, 2020, provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act including paid sick leave and family leave, the $2 trillion CARES Act economic stimulus package, and issues for businesses to consider regarding loans, mergers and acquisitions, and tax exclusions under Section 139.
HMRC have announced even further extensions to the furlough scheme until the end of September 2021. The government will continue to contribute to 80% of employees' wages for unworked hours until the end of June. However, employers will be asked to contribute a percentage of their employees' wage from July onwards as the scheme winds down.
Join Jim Paille as he talks about payroll tax compliance going into the new year. In this session, you will understand the latest tax reform items that affect payroll. He will cover new IRS initiatives to be mindful of entering 2021. Then, Jim will discuss topics related to the 2020-2021 W-4’s impact at both the federal and state levels. Finally, he will cover some tips you can leverage to make your year-end processing more efficient and effective.
HR Webinar: The New Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021: What HR Pros Mus...Ascentis
The Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") has been renewed and modified under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 ("CAA'21"). Key changes include extending the application period through March 31, 2021, allowing certain new borrowers to apply, providing targeted funding amounts to underserved communities, and permitting borrowers to receive both a PPP loan and Employee Retention Tax Credit for the same wages.
HR Webinar: Ho, Ho, Ho My Goodness: Compliance Review for Year-End 2019Ascentis
The document provides an overview of changes to minimum wage rates across multiple states and localities effective in 2020. Key points include:
- Over 20 states are increasing their minimum wage rates in 2020, with rates ranging from $8.56 to $15 per hour.
- Many cities and counties within California are increasing their minimum wages, some exceeding the new state minimum of $13 per hour.
- Other localities increasing minimum wages include Denver, Chicago, and Cook County, Illinois.
- Several jurisdictions have set future increases to reach rates of $15 per hour or more by 2022-2026.
- Tipped minimum wages are also increasing in some states but remain lower than regular minimum
The document provides an overview of recent and upcoming regulatory guidance related to the Affordable Care Act. Key points include:
1) The regulatory forecast indicates possible tweaks to prior regulations on issues like automatic enrollment and nondiscrimination rules. More guidance on the employer mandate penalties is also anticipated.
2) The legislative forecast suggests growing bipartisan support for modifying the employer mandate penalties, but complete repeal is unlikely. Legal challenges to the ACA continue.
3) Recent guidance addressed topics like COBRA notification forms, waiting periods, and employer reimbursement of individual premiums. Upcoming requirements include minimum essential coverage and employer shared responsibility reporting.
This document provides an overview of various deductions that can be claimed under sections 80C to 80U of the Indian Income Tax Act of 1961. It explains key deductions such as those for approved savings and investments of up to Rs. 1.5 lakhs under section 80C, contributions to pension schemes under 80CCD, medical and education expenses under 80D, 80DD, 80E, and donations to certain funds under 80G. It also outlines eligibility criteria and limits for claiming these common tax deductions in India.
The document summarizes an HR seminar that covered several employment law topics, including the upcoming UK general election, shared parental leave, holiday pay, and obesity as a potential disability. Key points included indications that the Conservatives may introduce significant changes to union rules and replace the Human Rights Act, while Labour may increase statutory paternity leave and the minimum wage. Regarding shared parental leave, mothers must end maternity leave for fathers to take leave, which can be shared in blocks between the child's first and second birthdays. Recent court cases established that holiday pay calculations should include non-guaranteed overtime to comply with EU law. Lastly, the European Court of Justice ruled that obesity could constitute a disability if it hinders
We discuss the recent changes to the furlough scheme, including how the rules are changing between now and September. Plus, we highlight important HR tips to remember as you return to the workplace (including what mistakes you should avoid).
For more information, please visit www.brightpay.co.uk
The document discusses various types of income and tax deductions in India. It covers five main types of income: salary, house property, business/profession, capital gains, and other sources. It then outlines the tax deductions available under sections 80C, 80D, 80E, 80G, 80GG, 80GGA, 80-IA, and 80U for contributions to insurance/provident funds, medical expenses, education loans, donations, rent paid, research donations, certain business undertakings, and disability. The purpose of tax deductions is to provide incentives for investment, welfare initiatives, savings, and infrastructure development.
PRESENTATION ON PENSIONS CONFERENCE HELD IN ACCRA GHANAPrince Owusu
This document summarizes Ghana's national pension reform and benefits. It outlines the establishment of a presidential commission to examine the country's pension arrangements and make recommendations. The commission's main recommendation was to create a new contributory three-tier pension system comprising a mandatory basic social security scheme, a mandatory privately-managed occupational pension, and voluntary personal pension schemes. The reform aims to provide universal pension coverage and higher benefits than the previous system. Challenges include ensuring adequate investment returns for the privately-managed defined contribution schemes.
Nepal contribution based social security fund pptAjaya Budhathoki
This document discusses Nepal's Contribution Based Social Security Fund (CBSSF). It provides details on:
1) The laws and regulations governing CBSSF. Formal sector employees, informal sector workers, and self-employed individuals can register voluntarily or mandatorily.
2) The schemes covered by CBSSF including medical treatment, accident and disability protection, dependent family protection, and old age protection. Contributions are allocated to each scheme.
3) Benefits provided under each scheme such as medical cost coverage, accident compensation, pensions for dependents and retirees. The document outlines contribution rates, eligibility periods and excluded treatments.
Covid19 guidance for multiemployer plans and labor unions webinarWithum
COVID-19 Guidance: Multiemployer Plans and Labor Unions
In this webinar we talk about how COVID-19 is impacting Multiemployer Plans and Labor Unions, including relief programs and FAQs
The document provides an overview and analysis of the 2014 Australian Federal Budget. Key points include:
- The budget forecasts a deficit of $29.8 billion for 2014/15.
- Individual tax rates will increase with the introduction of a 2% deficit levy and increase to the Medicare levy.
- Superannuation guarantee rates will increase to 9.5% but then be frozen until 2018.
- The excess non-concessional contributions tax will be abolished and replaced with inclusion of earnings in personal tax returns.
The document summarizes key HR issues and considerations for companies setting up in the UK, including:
- Having offer letters, contracts of employment, employee handbooks and comprehensive HR systems in place to avoid legal issues when problems arise.
- Common HR problems that can occur include retracting job offers, managing employee sickness, payroll, performance management, redundancy, termination, mergers and acquisitions.
- New legislation on unfair dismissal, tribunal fees, fit notes, national living wage, pensions, data protection, and immigration could impact companies setting up in the UK.
- Changes to immigration like increasing salary thresholds and charging fees for visas aim to tighten the system but may burden businesses.
Irish Employment Law Updates: What Employers Need to Know in 2024Boundless HQ
With the enactment of several key employment legislation changes in 2024, Ireland is experiencing changes that are transforming the world of work for years to come.
To ensure you remain informed and compliant, we ran a detailed briefing led by an expert in the field, Fredericka Sheppard, Managing Director and Co-Founder at Voltedge.
During the webinar, we covered:
1. The significant adjustments coming into effect in 2024
2. Insights into the Work-Life Balance Act 2023, highlighting some of the new entitlements that came with it
3. The upcoming Right to Request Remote Working Act, enhancing workplace flexibility
4. Insights into the expanded employee entitlements under the Sick Leave Act 2022
5. The EU Directive on Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions, examining its impact on employment contracts and probation periods
This session is specifically tailored for HR and People Ops professionals, as well as business leaders aiming to navigate the evolving Irish employment landscape with confidence while staying compliant.
Staying up to date on the latest changes in employment law is critical for any business owner or HR professional to avoid expensive legal complications, ensure regulatory compliance and cultivate a positive workplace culture.
Our Employment Solicitors, Joanna Smye and Claire Berry deliver a pre-recorded and on demand update webinar that discusses the most important employment law changes on the horizon for 2023/24, reviews key cases from the last six months and provides practical advice on the important learning points to take away.
The document provides information about the UK government's COVID-19 Job Retention Scheme, which provides grants to employers to pay employees who are furloughed. Key details include: employers can claim 80% of wages up to £2,500 per month for furloughed employees; directors, agency workers, and employees hired before February 28 are eligible; and employers must discuss furloughing with employees and keep records of agreements. Employers can claim reimbursement for wages, National Insurance contributions, and pension contributions through an online portal opening in mid-April.
This document summarizes a webinar about the end of the UK furlough scheme. It discusses key changes to the scheme in July, August, and September 2021 as government subsidy is reduced. It also covers the potential long-term impacts such as rising redundancies and the importance of communication tools for payroll processing as hybrid work increases.
This webinar discusses changes to the UK furlough scheme as lockdown measures ease, including the gradual reduction in subsidy rates from July 2021 and changes to eligibility periods. It also covers rising redundancies, the redundancy process under UK law, calculating redundancy pay, and developing a vaccine policy for the workplace. Finally, it addresses managing employee annual leave backlogs as restrictions lift.
The document summarizes the 2013 UK employment law agenda and selected case law. It outlines the UK government's reforms to employment law from 2012-2015, which aim to reduce regulatory burdens and support a flexible labor market. Key reforms include changes to unfair dismissal qualifications, collective redundancy consultation periods, settlement agreements, whistleblowing rules, and tribunal fees. It also summarizes five cases related to religious discrimination, annual leave, social media use, disciplinary warnings, and volunteer rights.
This document summarizes a presentation about the implications of healthcare reform legislation for employers. It outlines many of the key provisions and effective dates, including requiring coverage of adult children until age 26, eliminating pre-existing condition exclusions for children under 19, prohibiting lifetime limits on coverage, and assessing penalties on large employers if affordable coverage is not provided to employees. The presentation emphasizes that employers need to start planning now to understand how their health plans and communications with employees may need to change over time as the reform is implemented between now and 2018.
This document provides a summary of recent and upcoming changes to UK employment law and HR legislation. It is divided into sections on current implemented changes, short-term changes due in late 2015, and long-term changes due from 2016 onwards. Some of the key points mentioned include increases to the national minimum wage, the rollout of the Fit for Work service for sickness absence management, restrictions on tribunal powers in discrimination cases, and upcoming requirements for gender pay gap reporting and modern slavery disclosures.
The document provides an overview of India's four new labour codes introduced in 2020:
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2) Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code sets standards for workplace safety, maximum work hours, and leave. It provides for contract and women workers.
3) Social Security Code extends social security benefits to all employees and gig workers by removing wage ceilings. It covers life insurance, pensions, maternity leave and more.
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Beneplan Annual HR and Employment Law Workshop - Joel Gomes PresentationBeneplan
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This document provides a summary of an annual employment law update session held in January 2016 in Nottingham. It covered numerous topics including: TUPE, collective redundancies, working time regulations, changing employment contracts, the right to be accompanied, the Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015, parental leave, privacy in the workplace, social media, whistleblowing, discrimination, apprenticeships, and tribunal fees. Key cases from 2015 relating to these topics are also summarized.
The document summarizes updates to UK employment law presented by solicitors at Springhouse Solicitors. Key points include:
- New TUPE regulations make dismissals following a transfer less likely to be unfair and make changing employee contracts after a transfer easier.
- Mandatory ACAS conciliation requires claimants to notify ACAS before bringing employment claims and engage in mandatory conciliation.
- New whistleblowing laws require disclosures to be in the public interest rather than just made in good faith.
- Flexible working laws now give all employees the right to request flexible working regardless of caring responsibilities.
- New parental rights include shared parental leave allowing parents to share maternity/adoption leave and pay.
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This document provides an overview of recent employment law updates and developments in the UK. It discusses:
1. Changes to the unfair dismissal regime including an increased qualifying period, lower compensation caps, and the introduction of settlement agreements and early conciliation.
2. Reforms to discrimination law such as changes to the EHRC and the removal of third party harassment protections.
3. Amendments made to TUPE regulations in 2014 regarding the treatment of terms and conditions after a transfer.
4. Upcoming legislation on issues like flexible working, shared parental leave, and time off for ante-natal appointments.
5. A selection of relevant employment law cases from 2013 related to issues like collective redundancy consultation
This document provides an annual employment law update covering topics such as TUPE, collective redundancies, working time regulations, contracts of employment, privacy in the workplace, social media, whistleblowing, discrimination, the Modern Slavery Act 2015, apprenticeships, and tribunal fee updates. Key cases from 2015 are summarized relating to these various employment law topics. Employers are advised to review policies and employment practices in light of the legal developments discussed.
Unit 201 Employee Rights & Responsibilities rfelters
This document discusses employment rights and responsibilities legislation in the United Kingdom. It covers the main pieces of legislation such as the Employment Rights Act 1996, the Employment Relations Act 2004, and the Employment Act 2008. It describes the key rights and responsibilities outlined in these acts, such as minimum wage, holiday and sick leave, maternity and paternity leave, and protections against unfair dismissal. The document also discusses requirements for providing statements of employment and equality and diversity policies in the workplace.
These seminars are aimed at anyone who deals with employment law on a day to day basis, including HR managers and HR directors.
At these events we present an overview of what we consider to be the most significant cases decided in 2015, and what they teach us about managing your workforce - together with our practical tips.
We also talk about what is coming up in 2016, and how you can get ready for what will be another busy year in employment law.
We will be covering the following topics:
• working time/travel time
• social media update
• discrimination and whistleblowing update
• Modern Slavery Act
• privacy in the workplace
• the latest on tribunal fees
• what's coming up in 2016.
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The UK government is implementing pension reforms that will require employers to automatically enroll eligible employees into a qualifying pension scheme and make contributions on their behalf. Under the reforms, employers will stage when their duties begin between 2012-2018 depending on company size. Employers must put systems in place before their staging date to comply with automatic enrollment legislation.
This document provides an overview of health care reform requirements for health plans. Key points include:
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- Major provisions beginning in 2014 are the individual mandate, health insurance exchanges, employer penalties, and limits on out-of-pocket costs.
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Similar to Annual Employment Law Masterclass 2020 (20)
The document summarizes a student event hosted by the CIPD Manchester branch on how policy is shaping the future of work. The event agenda included an overview of public policy from Ben Willmott, discussions of policy in practice in 2020, case studies on immigration and GMCA's Good Work Charter, and how to apply policy work to studies and careers. Attendees were encouraged to engage in Q&A sessions and use resources on the CIPD website to support their studies.
Slide-deck from the joint Alliance MBS and CIPD Manchester Fellow's Forum event held on Thursday 3 December 2020.
Flexible working has always been a double-edged sword: bringing greater freedom for employees and employers, but also unexpected negative consequences for both. As organisations continue to oscillate between returning to work, working from home and new hybrid patterns of working, what can we learn from the lessons of the past to help navigate an uncertain future?
We are committed to providing you with learning at a local level, CPD opportunities and careers support. We also contribute insight on, and engagement with, local enterprise partners, communities and labour market.
Through our activities, we actively support the CIPD’s purpose in championing better work and working lives for the benefit of individuals, business, the economy and society and we strive to make better work, and working lives a reality for all at a local level.
Attending our events enables you to add to your CPD and meet with influential speakers, respected academics and representatives from key organisations and establishments across the north-west and beyond, while connecting with like-minded CIPD members, students and non-members.
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22 January 2020 at Emirates Old Trafford
Our experts from Eversheds Sutherland LLP and Acas North West will bring you up to date on recent and forthcoming developments in employment law, providing guidance and increased clarity on the impact for your business/organisation.
Interactive sessions will include live polls as well as table discussions to stimulate your thinking and deepen your understanding of our ever-changing legal landscape.
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We invited Ben Cooley, CEO of Hope for Justice, Rob Elvin managing partner, Squire Patton Boggs (Manchester office) and Susan Banister from the Slave-Free Alliance to join us with senior HR representatives from Greater Manchester's largest organisations and guests to explore the state of Modern Slavery & Trafficking today and the actions we can take to end these crimes.
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Annual Employment Law Masterclass 2019 - Conference Slides 2019 (Eversheds Su...CIPD Manchester Branch
CIPD Manchester Branch Annual Employment Law Masterclass 2019
22 January 2019
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CIPD Manchester Branch Annual Employment Law Masterclass 2019
22 January 2019
Emirates Old Trafford
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The document discusses people management and productivity in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It provides an overview of research showing that while SMEs tend to have fewer formal HR practices than larger firms, certain informal practices can be effective. Adoption of some formal practices is linked to better firm performance. The document also describes a project providing free HR support to over 400 UK SMEs, finding it increased confidence but not necessarily more strategic HR. Finally, it covers practical implications for managing performance in SMEs through frameworks, communication, objectives, and training.
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How MJ Global Leads the Packaging Industry.pdfMJ Global
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Building Your Employer Brand with Social MediaLuanWise
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The Evolution and Impact of OTT Platforms: A Deep Dive into the Future of Ent...ABHILASH DUTTA
This presentation provides a thorough examination of Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms, focusing on their development and substantial influence on the entertainment industry, with a particular emphasis on the Indian market.We begin with an introduction to OTT platforms, defining them as streaming services that deliver content directly over the internet, bypassing traditional broadcast channels. These platforms offer a variety of content, including movies, TV shows, and original productions, allowing users to access content on-demand across multiple devices.The historical context covers the early days of streaming, starting with Netflix's inception in 1997 as a DVD rental service and its transition to streaming in 2007. The presentation also highlights India's television journey, from the launch of Doordarshan in 1959 to the introduction of Direct-to-Home (DTH) satellite television in 2000, which expanded viewing choices and set the stage for the rise of OTT platforms like Big Flix, Ditto TV, Sony LIV, Hotstar, and Netflix. The business models of OTT platforms are explored in detail. Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD) models, exemplified by Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, offer unlimited content access for a monthly fee. Transactional Video on Demand (TVOD) models, like iTunes and Sky Box Office, allow users to pay for individual pieces of content. Advertising-Based Video on Demand (AVOD) models, such as YouTube and Facebook Watch, provide free content supported by advertisements. Hybrid models combine elements of SVOD and AVOD, offering flexibility to cater to diverse audience preferences.
Content acquisition strategies are also discussed, highlighting the dual approach of purchasing broadcasting rights for existing films and TV shows and investing in original content production. This section underscores the importance of a robust content library in attracting and retaining subscribers.The presentation addresses the challenges faced by OTT platforms, including the unpredictability of content acquisition and audience preferences. It emphasizes the difficulty of balancing content investment with returns in a competitive market, the high costs associated with marketing, and the need for continuous innovation and adaptation to stay relevant.
The impact of OTT platforms on the Bollywood film industry is significant. The competition for viewers has led to a decrease in cinema ticket sales, affecting the revenue of Bollywood films that traditionally rely on theatrical releases. Additionally, OTT platforms now pay less for film rights due to the uncertain success of films in cinemas.
Looking ahead, the future of OTT in India appears promising. The market is expected to grow by 20% annually, reaching a value of ₹1200 billion by the end of the decade. The increasing availability of affordable smartphones and internet access will drive this growth, making OTT platforms a primary source of entertainment for many viewers.
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− Change aimed at ensuring workers in seasonal or atypical
roles receive paid time off to which they are entitled
− Where worker has been employed by their employer for at
least 52 weeks, reference period for calculating holiday pay is
increased from 12 to 52 weeks
• Disregard weeks in which worker did not work or receive pay
• Cap of 104 weeks cap i.e. not necessary to go back any further
than 104 weeks to find relevant weeks of pay, instead use only
number of weeks worked within that period
− Where worker has been employed for fewer than 52 weeks,
reference period will be actual number of weeks for which
worker has been employed
Holiday Pay – Calculations / reference periods
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Legislative changes effective 6 April 2020
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Legislative changes effective 6 April 2020
Changes to terms
Written
statement of
terms (s1
statement)
Becomes a day 1 right: majority* of written particulars will need to be provided in a single
document on or before commencement date; no minimum service requirement (currently 1
month)
*Possible for required particulars relating to pensions, collective agreements and any training
entitlement to be given within 2 months
Right extended to non-employee workers
Expansion of information required in written statement to include:
• Days of week the worker is required to work and whether working hours or days may be
variable, with details of how they may vary;
• Any other paid leave to which worker is entitled;
• Any other remuneration or benefits provided by the employer (i.e. in addition to pay);
• Any probationary period, including any conditions and its duration;
• Any training provided by employer which worker is required to complete and any other
required training in respect of which employer will not bear the cost
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Legislative changes effective 6 April 2020
Changes to terms
Written
statement of
terms (s1
statement)
New-style written statement needed for employees and workers starting new roles 6 April
2020 onwards
Where, after 6 April, there is a change in any employment particulars required to be given
under new rules, employer must provide existing employees with written statement containing
details of change
Must also supply (within 1 month) revised version written statement to any existing (i.e. pre-6
April) employee who requests it
Existing workers have no right to request written statement, but anticipated Govt guidance
likely to suggest good practice to provide
Practical issues?
• Most employers incorporate s1 information in employment contract – will need to review
and update existing templates e.g. do yours currently address training provision?
• Compliance with s1 requirements may be more challenging for casual and zero hours
workers? (e.g. specifying holiday entitlement)
• How to deal with particulars which are incompatible with worker status e.g. discipline and
grievance procedure?
• Will this new obligation risk further blurring the boundaries between employee and worker
status e.g. when identifying “benefits”?
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Agency workers
─ The Agency Workers Regulations will remove the
Swedish derogation provisions (giving right to pay parity
after 12 weeks).
─ By no later than 30 April 2020, temporary work agencies
must provide agency workers whose existing contracts
contain a Swedish derogation provision with a written
statement advising that, with effect from 6 April 2020,
those provisions no longer apply.
─ Employment businesses will need to provide a key
information document, including information such as the
type of contract under which the work-seeker will be
engaged, the minimum rate of pay, any deductions that
will be made to their pay, how they will be paid and by
whom, and annual leave entitlement
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− The Act will give all employed parents a statutory right
to two weeks' leave if they lose a child under the age of
18, or suffer a stillbirth from 24 weeks of pregnancy.
− Employed parents will also be able to claim statutory
parental bereavement pay for this period, if they meet
the relevant eligibility criteria.
− Leave must be taken within 56 days of the child's death.
Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Act 2018
Parental bereavement leave
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− Tax and deduct NICS for all unworked notice payments;
− other payments - basic rule – anything over 30K is taxed
(unless there is an exception – death, injury, disablement,
injury to feelings);
− From 6 April 2020 – class 1A NICs will also have to be paid
on any anything over 30K;
− Aligning tax and NIC payments;
− Making termination more expensive for employers and giving
less negotiation ground; and
− Getting it wrong – HMRC can recover tax, NICs, penalties and
interest
Tax on termination payment
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Brexit and immigration: What’s Happening?
In view of the agreement between the UK and
European Commission, free movement between
EEA countries and the UK will end
The current
arrangements will
remain until the
UK leaves the
European Union,
with a form of
free movement
likely to be
retained until
January 2021
“Settled Status”
applications will
be necessary for
all EEA citizens
(other than Irish
citizens) between
2019 and 30th
June 2021
A new immigration
system will apply
to EEA citizens
travelling to the
UK from 1st
January 2021,
with British
citizens required
to meet
immigration
requirements in
each EEA country.
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1. Identifying who is affected
How are organisations planning?
─ Are EEA workers
already identified by
HR record-keeping
(often that
information is not
readily available) ?
─ If not, how will you
do that?
─ Assessing roles and
importance of
individuals who are
EEA citizens
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2. Assessing Recruitment and Retention of staff
How are organisations planning?
─ Are fewer candidates from the EEA applying for roles
since the Brexit referendum or more recent period of
uncertainty?
─ Are current staff leaving?
• assessing reasons (personal/practical/perception reasons)
• addressing any issues raised from feedback
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Are any areas of your operations
particularly vulnerable?
If so:
3. Where are the long-term skill gaps?
How are organisations planning?
─ how could those workers be
persuaded to stay?
─ what would be the alternatives to
EEA workers?
─ could the gap be addressed by
proposed future immigration
changes anyway?
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Support and Communications
How are organisations planning?
─ Misapprehensions about Brexit are widespread
• some EEA employees still believe there are consequences to
Brexit which, in reality, are not likely
─ Is there a statement on your website about Brexit?
─ How will you communicate information about Brexit to staff?
─ Publish FAQs?
─ Ongoing help from HR?
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Queen speech – key points
─ Employment Bill to include:
• require all tips to be passed to workers ensuring fair and transparent
distribution;
• right to request more predictable contract (to inc right to reasonable notice
of work schedules and compensation shifts cancelled at short notice)
• right to extended leave for neonatal care; and
• right for reasonable alternative job in redundancy extended to 6 months
post return from maternity/adoption leave.
─ Further consultation on making flexible working the default;
• consultation on whether large companies should be required to publish
family friendly policies; and
• whether family leave and pay laws should be reviewed of scrapped
completely and a new system put in place.
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… coming soon!
Ethnicity pay reporting
─ Govt consultation from 11 October 2018 – 11 January 2019; response
awaited
─ Sought views on questions relating to 3 broad areas:
1.context of reporting i.e. thresholds, whether contextual data should be included,
mandatory action plans?
2.ethnicity classifications
3.next steps and govt support
─ Objective that any pay reporting process should be “proportionate and
not cause undue additional burdens on business”
─ May’s Govt was keen to introduce legislation promptly, but current
political uncertainties likely to cause delay – large employers will
continue to face pressure to report voluntarily
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Key issues – scope of reports
Ethnicity pay reporting
─ Potential reporting options:
• One pay gap figure comparing average hourly earnings of ethnic minority
employees as a percentage of white employees
• Several pay gap figures comparing average hourly earnings of different
groups of ethnic minority employees as a percentage of white employees
• Ethnicity pay information by pay band or quartile, showing the proportion
of employees from different ethnic groups by £20,000 pay bands or by pay
quartiles
─ Supporting or contextual data?
─ Narrative or action plan - unlikely to be mandatory but
potentially helpful
─ Problems collecting data
19. Jenny Mann, Principal Associate
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP
Whistleblowing, Sexual Harassment and Non-
Disclosure Agreements
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Whistleblowing
Protected disclosure:
Disclosure of information that, in the reasonable belief of the
worker, tends to show that one of following has occurred, is
occurring, or is likely to occur:
─ A criminal offence.
─ Breach of any legal obligation.
─ Miscarriage of justice.
─ Danger to the health and safety of any individual.
─ Damage to the environment.
─ The deliberate concealing of information about any of the
above.
For disclosures made on or after 25 June 2013, worker must
reasonably believe the disclosure is "in the public interest“
Dismissals automatically unfair and any detrimental treatment
unlawful if principal reason is protected disclosure
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Sexual Harassment
─ A engages in unwanted conduct of a sexual nature;
and
─ The conduct has the purpose or effect of either
violating B’s dignity, or creating an intimidating, hostile,
degrading, humiliating or offensive environment for B.
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• Movement against sexual harassment
• Aim is to raise awareness and encourage people to
speak out and take action
• Began in October 2017 following Harvey Weinstein
allegations
• Has the support of high profile female celebrities
• Resulted in increased media attention and an increase in
allegations being raised including historical matters
#MeToo
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Discussion point
─ What are your thoughts on why, historically,
workplace sexual harassment has been under-
reported?
“Four in five women did not report the sexual
harassment to their employer”¹
¹“Still just a bit of banter? Sexual harassment in the workplace
in 2016”, TUC in association with Everyday Sexism Project
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25. Extent of the issue?
Source: “Still just a bit of banter? Sexual harassment in the
workplace in 2016”, TUC in association with Everyday Sexism
Project
52% of women have
experienced some
form of sexual
harassment at work
35% of women have
heard comments of a
sexual nature being
made about other
women in the
workplace
32% of women have
been subject to
unwelcome jokes of a
sexual nature at work
28% of women have
been subject to
comments of a sexual
nature about their
body or clothes at
work
23% of women have
experienced unwanted
touching at work e.g.
hand on knee or lower
back
12% of women have
experienced unwanted
sexual touching or
attempts to kiss them
at work
20% of women have
experienced unwanted
verbal sexual
advances at work
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NDAs
SRA warning notice
EHRC Report
EHRC technical guidance – 15 January 2020
Sexual Harassment Statutory Code of Practice?
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The law
“Protected characteristics”
age
disability
gender reassignment
marriage and civil partnership
pregnancy and maternity
race (colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin)
religion or belief
sex
sexual orientation
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Main types of discrimination
─ Direct Discrimination
─ Indirect Discrimination
─ Harassment
─ Victimisation
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The law
Harassment
Alice harasses Bob if:
Alice engages in unwanted conduct related to a protected
characteristic; and
the conduct has the purpose or effect of:
violating Bob’s dignity or
creating an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating or
offensive environment for Bob
Conduct can be:
saying something
not saying something or not saying anything
doing something
not doing something
Do not need to say conduct is unwanted
“Reasonable” for conduct to have that effect
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─ L was “resilient person” driven to mental breakdown by colleagues – suffering from
moderately severe psychiatric illness and unfit to work since Jan 2012
─ Amongst other things, colleagues falsely accused her of being cocaine addict and told
her she had only been hired because of her t***.
─ Manager sent emails and made remarks that were “offensive and derogatory, and often
personal in nature”
─ Manager not disciplined; left bank one year after L resigned and received $250k settlement
─ ET awarded:
• just over £3m loss of earnings;
• £44k injury to feelings
Gender-based harassment, sex discrimination, victimisation
Lokhova v Sberbank CIB, ET, 2015
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AA Solicitors Ltd (t/a AA Solicitors) v Majid
─ M was a young woman who was an aspiring lawyer
─ She obtained employment at employer's firm which was run by a sole male
practitioner
─ ET found he had committed approximately 40 acts of sexual harassment –
comments and physical touching
─ M rejected his advances and was made redundant 6 weeks after
commencing employment
─ ET found: the redundancy was not on genuine grounds and that she had
been subjected to sex discrimination and sexual harassment
─ It awarded £14,000 for injury to feelings and approximately £2,000 for loss
of earnings
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Sexual harassment, direct discrimination, victimisation
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What is banter?
“The playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks”*
playful = fun
friendly = nice
exchange = two-way
teasing = ?
*Source: Oxford English Dictionary
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“Take that thing off, we don’t allow hats”
Example 4
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“If you don't like it, go back to your own country”
Example 5
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“Is there a number I can contact you on
after office hours if I need to discuss this further?”
Example 7
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What is IR35 ?
Setting the scene
Off-payroll working
─ IR35 is tax legislation designed to stop ‘disguised employment’
─ it is aimed at workers who provide their services via intermediaries, typically
their own personal service company (“PSC”), who would be regarded as
employees if engaged directly
─ where the worker is genuinely self employed providing their services via
their PSC allows them to pay less tax as they will be paid less than the basic
rate threshold by their PSC avoiding employment income tax and will receive
large dividends from their PSC on which there is lower income tax and no
NICs
─ where the IR35 rules apply the worker pays broadly the same employment
taxes as they would if they were an employee
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True or False?
Setting the scene
Off-payroll working
Harriet has an agreement with an infrastructure company to provide design
services. She is caught by IR35?
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Setting the scene
Off-payroll working
─ Now – 2 sets of rules:
1. private sector – B is required to determine the employment status of A for income tax
purposes and make appropriate income tax and NIC deductions on earnings from C if
the IR35 rules apply; and
2. public sector - C is required to determine the employment status of A and is required
to deduct the income tax and NICs from the fees it pays to B (if C contracts with B).
─ From 6 April 2020 – there will still be 2 sets of rules:
1. small private organisations – the current rules for the private sector will apply; and
2. medium/large private and all public organisations – it is proposed that C will be
required to:
• determine whether A has deemed employment status for income tax purposes
• communicate the determination, with reasons to A and the person it contracts with for
A
• have in place, and comply with, a status disagreement process
• if IR35 applies, deduct and pay A’s employment taxes (if C contracts with B)
B=PSC C=ClientA=
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Timeline
Setting the Scene
Off-payroll working
─ 11 July 2019 – draft legislation issued
─ 5 September 2019 – consultation on draft legislation closed
─ August 2019 – guidance issued by HMRC
─ Winter 2019 – updated CEST tool
─ January post-election review
─ March 2020 – new legislation should receive Royal Assent (?)
─ 6 April 2020 – new legislation will become effective (?)
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Setting the scene
Employm
ent
status
Deemed
employm
ent
status -
tax
Same
or
differe
nt?
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Off-payroll working
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Source: Off-payroll working rules from April 2020: Factsheet, HM Treasury
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Scope
Off-payroll working
─ When do the new IR35 rules not apply? For example:
• A = genuinely self-employed ie their services are not provided via B
• A is not deemed to be an employee of C
• an agency/third party directly employs A
• C has fully contracted out services – no personal service
• the intermediary fails to satisfy one of three Chapter 10 ITEPA 2003
conditions (such as: A has no material interest in B)
• NB: some particular sector arrangements apply (eg. construction)
─ The small employer exemption:
• if small companies regime under the Companies Act 2006 applies
• what if companies grow or reduce in size?
• what of JVs, subsidiaries, unincorporated organisations ?
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Determining deemed employment status
Client must:
• Determine the employment status of the worker for tax purposes
• Issue a status determination statement (SDS)
• Explain reasons for the status determination in the SDS
• Exercise reasonable care in so doing
• Give the SDS to the worker, A, and the 3rd party C contracts
Timing of the SDS?
Each additional party must pass the SDS down the chain
Using the CEST tool / HMRC guidance
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Operating a status disagreement process
Client must:
• Establish a “client-led status disagreement process”
(SDP)
• Apply the SDP if A, the worker, or the deemed
employer, (ie the person that pays B) disagrees with the
SDS
• Reconsider the worker’s employment status in light of
the worker/deemed employer’s representations and
respond within 45 days of receiving the disagreement
• If it determines that its original determination is correct,
inform the person who raised the grievance giving
reasons
• If it determines that its original determination was
wrong, issue a new SDS to the worker and deemed
employer
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True or False?
Setting the scene
Off-payroll working
As long as Client has issued an SDS it can never be liable for any unpaid tax?
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Transfer of liability – incentivising compliant supply chains
Off-payroll working
─ Currently, the basic principle is that the party paying B, the
PSC, is liable for deducting and paying employment taxes
to HMRC (some exceptions, eg offshore fee payers)
─ From 6 April 2020, the client will become liable if it:
• fails to provide compliant SDS (including exercising reasonable care in
determining the status of the worker) to the worker and contracting
party, or
• fails to comply with SDP
─ From 6 April 2020, another party in supply chain will
become liable if it:
• fails to cascade SDS to next party in supply chain
─ Proposed that HMRC will have power to recover unpaid
employment taxes from others in supply chain, such as
first agency at top of chain or client, where party
responsible for making such payments fails to do so
─ Awaiting publication of amended PAYE Regs/HMRC
guidance
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What are the key risks?
Client liable for making Status Determination Statements
and operating Status Disagreement Process
Fee Payer liable for paying employment taxes for workers
with deemed employment tax status
Anti-avoidance measures: Client could become Fee Payer
and liable for employment taxes in certain circumstances
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True or False?
Setting the scene
Off-payroll working
From 6 April 2020, it is unlawful to use a PSC?
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Client action planning
Off-payroll working
Act now – existing
contracts will have
notice periods which
will affect lead
times
Audit current use of
off-payroll workers
& assess supply
chain providers
Check contractual
terms; consider
indemnities
Review business
case for continuing
to use PSCs
Budget for
potentially
increased costs
Collate information
which will form
basis of SDS
Train relevant
employees in
preparing SDS
Implement SDP
meeting HMRC
standards and time
line
Beware unjustifiable
blanket
determinations
Consider data
protection
implications
Prepare
procurement,
invoicing, policies
and payroll
processes
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Our services
Off-payroll working
Template SDS
and SDP
A guide to
CEST and its
pitfalls
Tax and data
protection
advice
Review of
workforce
engagement
Client IR35
Q&A, In-house
and public
training
Commercial
contract
advice/drafting
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69. Jenny Mann, Principal Associate
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP
Chloe Themistocleous, Associate
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP
Case law update
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Does the employment tribunal have the power to remove
judgments from the online register?
Question
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NO
Ameyaw v PWC (EAT)
FACTS
Preliminary Hearing judgment was very critical of Ms A’s
behaviour (disruptive to proceedings).
Ms A applied for the claim to be taken offline alleged it
breached GDPR and her right to privacy or for an for anonymity
order
The ET refused the applications and Ms A appealed to the EAT
DECISION
General rule - employment tribunal has no power to withhold
judgments from the public register other than in some very
limited circumstances (such as national security)
No expectation of privacy in respect preliminary hearing –
Article 8 ECHR not engaged.
Answer
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72. Eversheds Sutherland | 23 January 2020 |
Did covert surveillance of employees under suspicion of
theft breach their Article 8 right to private life?
Question
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NO
Lopez Ribalda & others v Spain (ECHR)
FACTS
Employer installed covert video surveillance in its supermarket where there was high
levels of theft occurring.
The recordings were limited to two weeks and confined to a small group of individuals
Employees were not told about this.
DECISION
Employees should have a limited expectation of privacy at work, especially on a
supermarket floor.
The employer had taken steps to confine the period and circulation of recordings.
The intrusion was proportionate fair balance had been struck between employer need and
Employee rights.
Answer
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74. Eversheds Sutherland | 23 January 2020 |
Are homophobic remarks about hypothetically not hiring
LGBT people unlawful?
Question
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YES
Opinion of Advocate General Sharpston in NH v Associazione Avvocatura
per i diritti LGBTI
FACTS
A senior lawyer remarked on Italian radio that he would never recruit a homosexual to
his law firm – no active recruitment was ongoing at the time.
An association for LGBT lawyers in Italy brought proceedings alleging discrimination
and seeking remedies including a press retraction, action to eliminate discrimination
and damages
DECSION
The claim won at first instance, was upheld on appeal and an award of 10,000 Euros in
damages. The Supreme Court made a reference to the CJEU and asked in the absence
of a direct victim did an association have standing and could a hypothetical statement
fall within the Equal Treatment Directive which pertains only to employment?
The Advocate General considered that since such statements might discourage people
in a protected group from applying for jobs in law it did fall within the scope of
the Directive. It is for national law to determine if an association has a legitimate
interest. If they do, discriminatory conduct should be sanctioned in an effective,
proportionate and dissuasive manner including damages.
This Opinion is not binding on the CJEU, but in most cases the CJEU will follow the
Advocate General's Opinion
Answer
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76. Eversheds Sutherland | 23 January 2020 |
If a manager lies, in good faith, about the reason for
dismissal, is that enough to shift the burden of proof in a
discrimination case?
Question
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YES
Base Childrenswear v Otshudi (CA)
FACTS
Ms O was made redundant and she believed this was because of her race
The employer stated the reason for redundancy as being “purely financial”
but later amended its ET3 to include a suggestion that the employee was
possibly stealing clothing
The adapted reason for redundancy was intended by the manager to
“minimise potential confrontation” with the employee
DECISION
Both the ET and EAT held that the manager’s persistence in lying about the
real reason for the employee’s dismissal formed the basis of a prima facie
case of race discrimination, shifting the burden of proof to the employer (on
which they failed to show that race played no part in her dismissal).
Whilst the manager may have had a genuine belief that she was stealing,
this was based on a stereotypical prejudice he held (consciously or
otherwise) against black people.
Answer
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Was a tribunal entitled to find that a Claimant was NOT
subject to religious discrimination because he was
dismissed for the manner in which he expressed his
beliefs, rather than for the beliefs themselves?
Question
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YES
Page v NHS Trust Development Authority (EAT)
FACTS
The Claimant was dismissed from his role as non exec Director
following two televised interviews in which he expressed the view
that, because of his Christian beliefs, adoption by a same-sex
couple could not be in the best interests of the child and was not
normal.
DECISION
The dismissal was held to be not because of the Claimant’s faith
but rather because:
• (a) he had spoken to the media without informing the Trust; and
• (b) did so in the knowledge that his conduct would likely have an
adverse effect on the Trust’s ability to engaged with sections of the
community it served
• This was a finding of fact which could not be said to be perverse.
Answer
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Changes under the Good Work Plan (December 2018)
─ Voice and Autonomy
─ The Government believes that high levels of employee engagement improve
organisational performance and productivity, and lead to more fulfilling work
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ICE Regulations
─ Threshold required for a request to set up information and consultation
arrangements lowered from 10% to 2% of employees
─ This will be subject to the existing minimum of 15 employees
─ Regulations have been made, which will implement this change from 6 April
2020
─ ICE Regulations 2004
─ Apply to undertakings
─ Would need to be company wide
─ Default:-
• inform on recent and probable developments … and measures affecting future
employment and to be consulted “with a view to reaching agreement”
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ICE Regulations (Cont’d)
─ Representative right to time off and detriment right
─ Union increased interest?
─ Penalty is a £75,000 fine
─ CAC declaration – sequestration/directors liability
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ICE Regulations (Cont’d)
─ Options
• monitor and deal “ad-hoc”
• bolster informal arrangements
• review structures
• introduce pre-existing agreement(s)
• commence negotiations
• do not comply
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Corporate Governance Code 2018
─ Fully listed companies
─ Employee engagement via:-
• designated NED
• employee advisory council
• workforce director
─ Lukewarm response
─ Capita/FirstGroup
─ Holistic ER strategy required
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91. Recruitment
1Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey 2014
2 Psychiatric Services. 2007
Chloe is the best
candidate, but at the end
of the interview she told
me she suffers from
depression.
Is she worth the risk?
92. Performance management
Chris is being very awkward
about the new hot-desking
arrangements. At his
performance review I raised
this with him – he now says
its because of his OCD
93. Disciplinary meetings
I had a disciplinary
meeting with Josh
booked in for this
morning, but he’s rung in
sick. Says he has a
doctor’s note for work-
related stress.
What action should you
take?
94. Promotion
A promotion
opportunity has come
up. I need someone
with lots of energy so
have insisted the
person has a “positive
mental outlook”.
What’s wrong with this
description?
95. Day to day management
Ranjit experiences
psychosis. The medication
he takes makes him very
tired and so he has asked if
he can only work later shift
times.
What factors should you
consider?
96. Relationships and team dynamics
Maud suffers from anxiety and
depression. She’s been off for
4 months but is back
tomorrow. Some of the team
refer to her as ‘Moody Maud’.
How could you help her to
successfully return to work?
97. Absence and return to work
Barbara has
Bipolar Disorder. She’s been
off for six months and her
sickness cover has elapsed.
I’ve done everything I can to
help her.
Key points to consider in this
situation?