Issue 806

Rights of millions of workers at risk

An independent research body has added to concerns about the threats posed to labour rights for certain groups of workers in the UK under a proposed new law.

Evaluation of jobs

In order to work out whether male and female workers are paid the same, the appeal tribunal has held that any test must consider the requirements of the jobs.

Compulsory compensation

Irrespective of the size of the employer, the appeal tribunal has made clear that all are bound by law to talk to their employees before making them redundant.