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The Guardian view on the employment rights bill: a fairer deal for the world of work | Editorial

The government has introduced a comprehensive employment rights package to be debated by Parliament, focusing on individual worker rights and workplace reform.

Labour worker's bill to cost business up to 5bn a year, government analysis warns

Labour's Employment Rights Bill may significantly improve worker protections but could also lead to substantial costs for businesses.

Labour considering ban on use of NDAs to hush up sexual misconduct at work

UK government is considering banning non-disclosure agreements in sexual misconduct cases as part of employment rights reforms.

What 'day one rights' could mean for employees and their bosses

The Employment Rights Bill introduces significant changes to workplace rights, especially emphasizing protections from the first day of employment.

Employment Rights Bill is a 'groundbreaking first step' says GMB - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The GMB Union views the Employment Rights Bill as a crucial advancement in securing workers' rights.

The Guardian view on the employment rights bill: a fairer deal for the world of work | Editorial

The government has introduced a comprehensive employment rights package to be debated by Parliament, focusing on individual worker rights and workplace reform.

Labour worker's bill to cost business up to 5bn a year, government analysis warns

Labour's Employment Rights Bill may significantly improve worker protections but could also lead to substantial costs for businesses.

Labour considering ban on use of NDAs to hush up sexual misconduct at work

UK government is considering banning non-disclosure agreements in sexual misconduct cases as part of employment rights reforms.

What 'day one rights' could mean for employees and their bosses

The Employment Rights Bill introduces significant changes to workplace rights, especially emphasizing protections from the first day of employment.

Employment Rights Bill is a 'groundbreaking first step' says GMB - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The GMB Union views the Employment Rights Bill as a crucial advancement in securing workers' rights.
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Almost flat GDP growth is reflection of difficult trading conditions, small firms warn - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Small businesses are struggling despite stable GDP growth, but lower-than-expected inflation may lead to potential interest rate cuts.
Support for small firms must be central to upcoming strategies as they have substantial growth potential if conditions improve.

MPs call for miscarriage bereavement leave

Paid bereavement leave for pregnancy loss should be extended to all cases under 24 weeks, according to MPs.
#remote-work

Is flexible working better for business?

The Labour government's bill may establish flexible working as a default right, countering presenteeism and promoting productivity.

Labour has been sucked into the WFH culture war. It should know better | Polly Toynbee

The pandemic has led to a significant increase in remote work, benefiting employees and the environment, but traditional companies are pushing for a return to the office.

Out-of-state remote workers can sue New Jersey companies for discrimination

Employees working remotely for New Jersey companies are protected by the state's discrimination law regardless of location.

Is flexible working better for business?

The Labour government's bill may establish flexible working as a default right, countering presenteeism and promoting productivity.

Labour has been sucked into the WFH culture war. It should know better | Polly Toynbee

The pandemic has led to a significant increase in remote work, benefiting employees and the environment, but traditional companies are pushing for a return to the office.

Out-of-state remote workers can sue New Jersey companies for discrimination

Employees working remotely for New Jersey companies are protected by the state's discrimination law regardless of location.
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CBI chief warns the Chancellor has created 'a hole in confidence and trust' for businesses - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Businesses have lost confidence in the Chancellor, impacting employment decisions and potentially leading to job losses due to increased national insurance and new employment laws.
#discrimination

Workers sue McDonalds for harassment, including alleged use of homophobic slurs

Staff at McDonald's are alleging widespread abuse, discrimination, and harassment despite the company's efforts to ensure a safe working environment.

Irish-American DOT worker claims Italian bosses gave him the shaft - because he wasn't a paisan: suit

Ethnic discrimination is at the core of Lane's lawsuit against his employers and union for denying him job opportunities post-injury.

Workers sue McDonalds for harassment, including alleged use of homophobic slurs

Staff at McDonald's are alleging widespread abuse, discrimination, and harassment despite the company's efforts to ensure a safe working environment.

Irish-American DOT worker claims Italian bosses gave him the shaft - because he wasn't a paisan: suit

Ethnic discrimination is at the core of Lane's lawsuit against his employers and union for denying him job opportunities post-injury.
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#labour-party

What Labour's Employment Rights Bill could mean for UK workers

Labour's employment rights bill aims to empower workers significantly and could lead to the most substantial changes in workplace rights for a generation.

Economy is in no fit state for Labour's 'war on work' as the new Employment Bill 'will harm jobs' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Angela Rayner's Employment Rights Bill could drastically reduce job recruitment in small businesses, affecting overall employment levels negatively.

Give working parents help with childcare and commuting costs, UK thinktank says

Labour must enhance support for working parents to effectively reduce child poverty, addressing childcare and commuting challenges.

CBI chair accuses government of treating employers as cash cow'

The government faces criticism for overburdening businesses with increased costs and complex employment regulations, hindering job growth.

Minister strongly rejects claim from business lobby chaotic' workers bill will cost jobs UK politics live

The number of procedures waiting to be carried out in NHS England rose slightly despite a decrease in individual patients waiting for treatment.

Labour's employment rights bill: what key changes will it bring?

Labour's employment rights bill introduces immediate rights for workers, including protections against unfair dismissal and sick pay from day one.

What Labour's Employment Rights Bill could mean for UK workers

Labour's employment rights bill aims to empower workers significantly and could lead to the most substantial changes in workplace rights for a generation.

Economy is in no fit state for Labour's 'war on work' as the new Employment Bill 'will harm jobs' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Angela Rayner's Employment Rights Bill could drastically reduce job recruitment in small businesses, affecting overall employment levels negatively.

Give working parents help with childcare and commuting costs, UK thinktank says

Labour must enhance support for working parents to effectively reduce child poverty, addressing childcare and commuting challenges.

CBI chair accuses government of treating employers as cash cow'

The government faces criticism for overburdening businesses with increased costs and complex employment regulations, hindering job growth.

Minister strongly rejects claim from business lobby chaotic' workers bill will cost jobs UK politics live

The number of procedures waiting to be carried out in NHS England rose slightly despite a decrease in individual patients waiting for treatment.

Labour's employment rights bill: what key changes will it bring?

Labour's employment rights bill introduces immediate rights for workers, including protections against unfair dismissal and sick pay from day one.
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#government-policy

People's futures on the line' amid surge in youth unemployment, unions warn

Youth unemployment has risen to a post-pandemic high, highlighting neglect by the government and challenges in the job market for young people.

Blair was urged not to let in new EU workers too quickly, files reveal

UK ministers debated delaying employment rights for Eastern European workers post-2004 EU expansion due to concerns about housing and social impacts.

Advocates for migrants, employers unimpressed with temporary foreign worker changes | CBC News

The Liberal government's changes to Canada's temporary foreign worker program have drawn criticism for potentially scapegoating workers amid rising unemployment.

People's futures on the line' amid surge in youth unemployment, unions warn

Youth unemployment has risen to a post-pandemic high, highlighting neglect by the government and challenges in the job market for young people.

Blair was urged not to let in new EU workers too quickly, files reveal

UK ministers debated delaying employment rights for Eastern European workers post-2004 EU expansion due to concerns about housing and social impacts.

Advocates for migrants, employers unimpressed with temporary foreign worker changes | CBC News

The Liberal government's changes to Canada's temporary foreign worker program have drawn criticism for potentially scapegoating workers amid rising unemployment.
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#gig-economy

Amazon to settle dispute with delivery drivers over claims worth potential 140m

Amazon settles group claim from delivery drivers over compensation for working conditions. Potential costs for the company were estimated at £140 million.

Bolt drivers win right to holiday and minimum wage

The UK ruling classifies Bolt drivers as workers, granting them rights like holiday pay and minimum wage, impacting over 100,000 drivers.

Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts Win Right to Unionize

Massachusetts ride-hailing drivers won the right to unionize, marking a historic legal victory for gig workers.

Amazon to settle dispute with delivery drivers over claims worth potential 140m

Amazon settles group claim from delivery drivers over compensation for working conditions. Potential costs for the company were estimated at £140 million.

Bolt drivers win right to holiday and minimum wage

The UK ruling classifies Bolt drivers as workers, granting them rights like holiday pay and minimum wage, impacting over 100,000 drivers.

Uber and Lyft Drivers in Massachusetts Win Right to Unionize

Massachusetts ride-hailing drivers won the right to unionize, marking a historic legal victory for gig workers.
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#lawsuit

Pledging allegiance to the United States of 'thieves'

A new lawsuit highlights issues of employment rights for US Army Reserve members, exemplified by a case against Woody Allen.
Sean Combs is facing increased legal troubles with new sexual abuse allegations tied to a hotel incident.

Ex-employee sues CrossCounty Mortgage over age discrimination accusations

Allegations against CCM detail age discrimination, wrongful termination, and refusal to commit mortgage fraud.

Pledging allegiance to the United States of 'thieves'

A new lawsuit highlights issues of employment rights for US Army Reserve members, exemplified by a case against Woody Allen.
Sean Combs is facing increased legal troubles with new sexual abuse allegations tied to a hotel incident.

Ex-employee sues CrossCounty Mortgage over age discrimination accusations

Allegations against CCM detail age discrimination, wrongful termination, and refusal to commit mortgage fraud.
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#workplace-harassment

Employers must protect workers from sexual harassment under new bill

The new employment rights bill requires employers to protect workers from sexual harassment, including from clients and customers.

MPs discuss Gregg Wallace women of a certain age' comment during PMQs

The importance of listening to women of all ages regarding workplace harassment was highlighted in Parliament.

Employers must protect workers from sexual harassment under new bill

The new employment rights bill requires employers to protect workers from sexual harassment, including from clients and customers.

MPs discuss Gregg Wallace women of a certain age' comment during PMQs

The importance of listening to women of all ages regarding workplace harassment was highlighted in Parliament.
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Walmart must pay a truck driver $35 million after firing him and accusing him of fraud after an accident

Walmart was ordered to pay $35 million to former driver Jesus Fonseca for false accusations of workers' compensation fraud.
#statutory-sick-pay

Ministers told to raise sick pay as report says 1.6m would be unable to pay bills

Increase the basic rate of statutory sick pay is urged to prevent financial hardship for 1.6 million people.

Ministers urged to increase basic rate of UK statutory sick pay

Government faces pressure to increase statutory sick pay amid concerns for vulnerable workers.
Proposal for SSP reform coincides with employment rights legislation aimed at providing essential financial support.

Ministers told to raise sick pay as report says 1.6m would be unable to pay bills

Increase the basic rate of statutory sick pay is urged to prevent financial hardship for 1.6 million people.

Ministers urged to increase basic rate of UK statutory sick pay

Government faces pressure to increase statutory sick pay amid concerns for vulnerable workers.
Proposal for SSP reform coincides with employment rights legislation aimed at providing essential financial support.
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What employees and customers need to know about rights as Homebase nears collapse - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Homebase is nearing collapse due to reduced consumer spending, risking over six thousand employee jobs and affecting customer orders.

Flexible job hunters double as new workers' rights progress - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Record-breaking demand for flexible jobs signals a shift in workplace dynamics.
Many companies are embracing flexible work, but gaps remain in meeting job seekers' expectations.

Azeem Rafiq leads calls to force firms to investigate whistleblower concerns

Whistleblowers need better protections and mandatory investigations to ensure concerns are addressed in the workplace.
#worker-protections

New and Improved California Leave Provisions for 2025

California's employment laws are expanding to include significant protections for employees regarding sick leave and protections for vulnerable individuals.

From flexible working to paternity leave: The Government's new Employment Rights Bill

The Employment Rights Bill aims to enhance worker protections by banning zero-hours contracts and unfair dismissal practices.

Zero-hours contract crackdown: staff could be offered fixed hours after three months

Labour Government plans to require companies to transition zero-hours workers to regular contracts after 3 months for better employee rights.

New and Improved California Leave Provisions for 2025

California's employment laws are expanding to include significant protections for employees regarding sick leave and protections for vulnerable individuals.

From flexible working to paternity leave: The Government's new Employment Rights Bill

The Employment Rights Bill aims to enhance worker protections by banning zero-hours contracts and unfair dismissal practices.

Zero-hours contract crackdown: staff could be offered fixed hours after three months

Labour Government plans to require companies to transition zero-hours workers to regular contracts after 3 months for better employee rights.
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New enforcement agency will protect workers' rights as part of watershed' bill

UK government establishes Fair Work Agency to enforce new employee rights and protections.
#undocumented-students

UC says federal law prevents it from hiring undocumented students. A lawsuit seeks to change that

The UC coalition is suing for the right to hire undocumented students after a vetoed bill, asserting UC's authority as a state employer.

Newsom quashed bill. Now lawsuit aims to open UC jobs to undocumented students

The lawsuit aims to enable undocumented students to be eligible for on-campus jobs in UC despite the governor's veto.

UC says federal law prevents it from hiring undocumented students. A lawsuit seeks to change that

The UC coalition is suing for the right to hire undocumented students after a vetoed bill, asserting UC's authority as a state employer.

Newsom quashed bill. Now lawsuit aims to open UC jobs to undocumented students

The lawsuit aims to enable undocumented students to be eligible for on-campus jobs in UC despite the governor's veto.
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The new law banning employers from pocketing staff tips

New legislation mandates businesses to distribute 100% of tips to staff, ensuring fair practices and accountability.

Four steps to take straight away after losing your job in Germany

Layoffs can be daunting, especially for foreigners in Germany, but understanding your rights can significantly ease the transition.

Exclusive | Longtime NYC teacher wins court battle, reinstated after firing over COVID vaccine - but remains barred from school: 'I'm not a criminal'

A teacher was reinstated after a judge's ruling but faced obstacles in returning to work, feeling treated unjustly despite following legal avenues.

Four-Day Working Week Plans Could Go Ahead Under New Government Legislation - Everything We Know So Far

Proposed legislation could introduce a four-day workweek, significantly changing workers' rights and employer obligations regarding flexible working hours.
#work-life-balance

UK workers on the right to switch off: Uncompensated overtime should be illegal'

The UK government seeks to legally enforce the right to disconnect from work, penalizing employers for contacting employees outside agreed hours.

Would you support a four-day working week? Join The Independent Debate

The UK is piloting a four-day working week while introducing a right to switch off for employees.

The UK government wants to give workers the right to ignore emails after hours

The UK government is considering new legislation for the 'right to switch off' for workers to disconnect from work outside of working hours, aiming to improve productivity and work-life balance.

Australia passes Right To Disconnect law

Australia passed a Right To Disconnect law that forbids employers from contacting workers after hours, with penalties including jail time for violators.
Opposition parties and business groups are working to overturn the criminal sanction and potentially the entire law.
Right To Disconnect laws aim to guarantee the right for workers to not read or respond to work messages after hours.

UK workers on the right to switch off: Uncompensated overtime should be illegal'

The UK government seeks to legally enforce the right to disconnect from work, penalizing employers for contacting employees outside agreed hours.

Would you support a four-day working week? Join The Independent Debate

The UK is piloting a four-day working week while introducing a right to switch off for employees.

The UK government wants to give workers the right to ignore emails after hours

The UK government is considering new legislation for the 'right to switch off' for workers to disconnect from work outside of working hours, aiming to improve productivity and work-life balance.

Australia passes Right To Disconnect law

Australia passed a Right To Disconnect law that forbids employers from contacting workers after hours, with penalties including jail time for violators.
Opposition parties and business groups are working to overturn the criminal sanction and potentially the entire law.
Right To Disconnect laws aim to guarantee the right for workers to not read or respond to work messages after hours.
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Labour's radical employment rights strategy is risky but it could rewrite British Labour relations | Martin Kettle

Labour's new approach focuses on partnership between unions and businesses instead of conflict.

New Bill of Rights unveiled for youth workers under 18

Youth Workers in New York State now have a Bill of Rights for protection on the job.

Can I be fired for smoking weed in off-hours? Grow cannabis at home? California laws to know

California laws on cannabis cultivation and use, including growing plants at home and employment rights regarding off-hours marijuana use.

King's Speech: Government's pledge to end exploitative working practices welcome - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Investing in technology can help businesses comply with new employment policies and optimize productivity.

King's speech in full - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Government priorities: security, fairness, opportunity; economic stability; audit and governance reforms; industrial growth focus; housing and infrastructure development; employment rights; artificial intelligence regulation; devolution for economic growth.
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