Employment Law Updates Autumn 2022

For each of these legal update factsheets in 2022, it’s been tricky not to describe each season as ‘especially unique’.

However, with the rapid changing of Prime Ministers, budget U-turns, soaring energy prices and other unprecedented events in play, Autumn 2022 is somehow looking even more unusual than the seasons preceding it. As a result, British SMBs are gritting their teeth and preparing for more changes and challenges on the horizon.

As always, one of the best ways that businesses can stay ahead is to have their finger on the pulse of employment law.

Download this free fact sheet for our summary of the major employment law updates that you need to know about for the coming months.

The factsheet includes updates on;

• New advice on suspending employees
• Possible major changes to employment law under a new bill
• A new EAT case which serves as reminder about legal advice privilege
• A new EAT case which found persistent lateness to be justified grounds for dismissal

Disclaimer: The information in this article is current as at 24 October 2022, and has been prepared by Employment Hero Pty Ltd (ABN 11 160 047 709) and its related bodies corporate (Employment Hero). The views expressed in this article are general information only, are provided in good faith to assist employers and their employees, and should not be relied on as professional advice. The Information is based on data supplied by third parties. While such data is believed to be accurate, it has not been independently verified and no warranties are given that it is complete, accurate, up to date or fit for the purpose for which it is required. Employment Hero does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy in such data and is not liable for any loss or damages arising either directly or indirectly as a result of reliance on, use of or inability to use any information provided in this article. You should undertake your own research and to seek professional advice before making any decisions or relying on the information in this article.