Concerns over ‘radical’ new employment proposals

Posted on 16 May 2011 by The Manufacturer

The Government has proposed a variety of changes to the law regarding equal pay and gender discrimination, paternal and maternal paid leave periods, sparking anger among the private sector and trade bodies.

The consultation Modern Workplaces gives the right to request flexible working to those who have worked for a company or organisation for 26 weeks or more. The Government is considering establishing a statutory Code of Practice for businesses that would allow employers to consider individual circumstances when a request for flexible working is made by…

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