In part two of the HR Insights podcast, Stuart Elliott is joined once again by Paul Burton, employment solicitor at ViewHR, to explore the further changes expected under the Employment Rights Act and what they could mean for employers, HR teams and people managers.
The conversation looks at some of the most significant reforms still to come, including the reduction of the unfair dismissal qualifying period, the removal of compensation caps, proposed restrictions around fire and rehire, stronger sexual harassment protections and new rights for zero and low-hours workers.
From probation periods and manager capability to workplace culture, documentation and organisational risk, this episode offers practical guidance for HR leaders preparing for a period of significant employment law change.
Key timestamps:
00:22 Introduction to Employment Law Changes
00:51 Looking Ahead: Future Employment Law Developments
01:20 Upcoming changes in HR and employment law
02:30 October 2024: Key legal updates for employers
03:55 Changes to unfair dismissal claims and tribunal limits
04:54 Future legislative plans and potential delays
06:37 Impact of reduced qualifying period on employment risk
08:28 Probation periods and their strategic importance
11:10 Removal of compensation caps and settlement implications
13:55 Fire and rehire practices and legal reforms
20:55 Significance of 'all reasonable steps' in harassment laws
23:35 Changes to zero and low hours worker rights
27:01 Enhanced protections around pregnancy, family leave, and gender pay
28:21 HR management strategies for upcoming legal changes
30:37 Potential for companies to be 'guinea pigs' in legal reforms
31:35 Closing remarks and contact information for Paul Burton
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