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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-working

Is flexible working better for business?

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

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.

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.

Is flexible working better for business?

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

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.

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.
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#gig-economy

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.

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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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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#statutory-sick-pay

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.

Women twice as likely as men to miss statutory sick pay, new figures reveal

Women are more than twice as likely as men to miss out on statutory sick pay in the UK.
Black and minority ethnic (BME) women are the most likely to be ineligible for statutory sick pay.

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.

Women twice as likely as men to miss statutory sick pay, new figures reveal

Women are more than twice as likely as men to miss out on statutory sick pay in the UK.
Black and minority ethnic (BME) women are the most likely to be ineligible for statutory sick pay.
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#labour-party

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.

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.

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.

Rayner clashes with business secretary over reforms to workers' rights

There is a significant disagreement between Labour leaders on the timeline for granting full employment rights to workers, impacting probationary periods.

Keir Starmer facing flashpoints with the unions

The Labour Party's upcoming legislation aims to significantly enhance workers' rights, marking the most ambitious reforms in a generation.

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.

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.

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.

Rayner clashes with business secretary over reforms to workers' rights

There is a significant disagreement between Labour leaders on the timeline for granting full employment rights to workers, impacting probationary periods.

Keir Starmer facing flashpoints with the unions

The Labour Party's upcoming legislation aims to significantly enhance workers' rights, marking the most ambitious reforms in a generation.
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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.

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.

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.

Ex-employee sues CrossCounty Mortgage over age discrimination accusations

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

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.

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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