WHAT A NEW LABOUR GOVERNMENT WIN MEANS FOR BUSINESS

It’s less than a fortnight since the Labour Party swept to victory in the UK General Election, on the back of a key pledge – to bring about Change. Regardless of your political persuasion, it’s clear that the new Government is bringing change to many areas, from housing to climate change; energy to immigration. And, from our perspective here at Amiqus, the proposed changes to the UK’s employment laws are of particular relevance. Here are some key articles on the subject I’d like to share…

First up, the official line from the Labour Party’s Manifesto, which focuses on ‘delivering a new deal for working people’ - https://shorturl.at/VGRmn

And there’s been plenty of analysis across the people-focused media, as you’d imagine.

Personnel Today provides a full overview of “the biggest upgrade to rights at work for a generation” - https://shorturl.at/kJS3V

IFA Magazine also offers a rundown of the key employment law changes earmarked, summarising: “Labour’s proposals will see increased employment rights, job security and flexibility for individuals, and it will be easier for employees to seek redress from their employers. Employers will need to ensure legal compliance and consider how to deal with employees who will want to enforce their rights. Dispute resolution strategies may be needed.” You can read the full article here - https://shorturl.at/ng1sI

People Management outlines ‘what Labour’s landslide victory means for HR’, asking a selection of experts for their insights. Find out what they have to say here - https://shorturl.at/BZlds

Back to Personnel Today, which follows up with an article looking at the new Government’s challenges in this area, asking ‘What’s the reality?’, and highlighting that “this is a hugely complex area of the law and as the Conservatives discovered when trying to impose third-party liability for harassment, absolutely rife with difficulties”. Definitely recommended reading - https://shorturl.at/bfbRn

What about equality, diversity inclusion laws? People Management has you covered, with an overview by Toby Pochron, Employment Director at legal specialist Freeths - https://shorturl.at/cxI6m

And finally, HR Magazine reports on the Business Disability Forum urging the Government to consult with employers to get the details of its Back to Work plan right - https://shorturl.at/YyaNx

As Keir Starmer has promised, change is definitely coming! I’d love to hear your thoughts!

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