Employment Rights Bill Changes: Strengthening Pre-Employment Screening Given the recent introduction of the Employment Rights Bill and the removal of the two-year qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims, it’s more crucial than ever to consider the benefits of more robust background checks during pre-employment screening. While concerns about potential discrimination claims have been raised, the […]
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Basic Disclosure Scotland Checks: Everything You Need to Know
Basic DS Checks: Everything You Need to Know Out of the 4 levels of Disclosure Scotland criminal record checks, the most frequently used check is the Basic Disclosure Scotland. Basic Disclosure checks from Disclosure Scotland provide a certificate showing any unspent criminal convictions, helping employers and organisations make informed decisions about individuals. This comprehensive guide […]
The Worker Protection Act 2024
Employers Must Act Now: The Worker Protection Act 2024 – Ensure Compliance and Safeguard Your Workforce On 26 October 2024, the Worker Protection (Amendment of the Equality Act 2010) Act came into force, introducing a landmark change aimed at tackling workplace harassment. Under this new law, employers are required to take proactive measures to prevent […]
