Edward Goodwyn
CommentWhy TUPE ruling is bad news for purchasers of pre-pack administrations
Ruling could prove costly for buyers of companies in administration as they will now inherit employee contracts
FeaturesHow paternity rights and abolition of retirement age will hit construction
The Coalition government’s new paternity rights will cause major headache for employers in the male-dominated building industry
CommentCut costs, not jobs: Lower HR costs without redundancies
Tempting to reach for the P45s when your business is suffering, isn’t it? But the wisest companies are finding alternative ways of reducing costs …
NewsBaroness Vadera confirmed as construction minister
Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform confirms Shriti Vadera will take over from Stephen Timms
NewsBaroness Vadera confirmed as construction minister
Department for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform confirms Shriti Vadera will take over from Stephen Timms
CommentThe transfer market
This week new rules governing the transfer of employees came into force. Here is a summary of the key changes and how they will affect your business
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How do you work this thing?
In theory, the Information and Consultation Regulations mean firms face fines of up to £75k if they fail to consult staff – but what will it mean in practice?
FeaturesAsk Edward
The government is eager to increase drug testing in ‘safety critical' workplaces such as building sites. But what does this mean for employees' rights and responsibilities?
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Ask Edward
The right to employee status and the right to a pay rise are this week's points of legal confusion
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Ask Edward
Our creep through the minefield of employment law takes us passed the consequences of resignation and the difference between a getting a job and being employed
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Careers: Ask Edward
Having problems at work? Not sure about your legal position? In the first of a regular series our expert Edward Goodwyn, a partner at solicitor Masons, answers your questions ...
FeaturesA lone rider's rights
If you are considering becoming self-employed you must be aware of contractual, tax and legal implications
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The right to holiday
Temporary workers will soon be able to claim immediate holiday pay under new government legislation. Here's how it works
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Party pledges
What do the three main parties have up their sleeves for construction's employers? We take a look at their election manifestos to find out
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Sacking offences
If employees cannot do their jobs because they become disabled, they now have new rights and, from April, a commission to enforce them. What does this mean for employers?
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The cost of a holiday
The Working Time Regulations cause difficulties for companies that engage workers whose pay or hours fluctuate. On what basis do you work out their holiday pay?
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Limited clarification on TUPE
When can an employer change employees' terms and conditions of employment following a TUPE transfer? The answer remains hazy.