Employment Matters Bite Size October 2010

Your monthly guide to all the recent changes in the world of employment law

In this month’s edition:

Legislation

Equality Act 2010

Government publishes further Equality Act 2010 regulations
Government to review child employment legislation
Order concerning obtaining information on discrimination claims
Consultation on anti-bribery procedures for employers under the Bribery Act 2010

Cases
Retirement at 65 – a glimpse into the future?
Openness about sexuality at work is a factor to consider
Disability discrimination – behaviour arising as a result of a disability
Disciplinary procedures – follow your own rules
Bonuses – be explicit in your contracts

Employment news
Big rise in Tribunal claims
Whistleblowing in the NHS – a contractual right

And finally…
Lucky Star?

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