29 May 2008

Right to request flexible working to be extended to those with parental responsibility for children up to age 16

BERR has published a review of the right to request flexible working. We examine its recommendations.

Agency workers to receive equal pay after 12 weeks in the job

The government has agreed a deal between unions and employers that will see agency workers in the UK receive equal treatment after 12 weeks’ employment. We look at the background and implications.

Case law update - EAT ruling on part time worker discrimination

Following a recent EAT judgment, part time workers should now find it easier to bring their discrimination claims. We look at the case.

Test your knowledge of agency workers

Do you use agency workers? If so, do you know when they might become your employees? Test your knowledge with one of our lawyers.

Key principles of right to request flexible working legislation must be maintained with extension delayed

Responding to the publication of Imelda Walsh's report on extending the right to request flexible working, EEF, the manufacturers’ organisation has urged the government to give employers more time to adapt to the current legislation before extending it further.

Agency workers deal erodes flexibility of UK labour market – EEF West Midlands

Manufacturers will view the deal on temporary agency workers, as yet another step on the road towards eroding the flexibility of the UK labour market, according to EEF West Midlands.

Sickness absence and rehabilitation survey 2008

This is the fifth national survey of EEF member organisations looking at their experience of sickness absence and rehabilitation.

Pay update - May 2008

EEF's monthly pay update provides the latest data on pay settlements across manufacturing.

Manufacturing and Engineering Apprenticeships

Does your company train enough apprentices to secure the skilled workforce it will require in the long term? No matter how large or small, your company needs to be involved.

Midlands Engineering Dinner 2008

The EEF West Midlands recently sponsored the Midlands Engineering Dinner 2008 held at the Birmingham ICC on Friday 18 April 2008.

Employers' liability - changes on display and retention of certificates

The Department for Work and Pensions has issued its response to the review of the Employers’ Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Regulations 1998. Two main administrative changes are proposed.

Help for Midlands companies to clear the air (Local Exhaust Ventilation)

Midlands manufacturers are facing up to an intensified focus on the elimination of harmful dust and fumes at work. Health and safety specialists at EEF West Midlands have devised a seminar to be held on the morning of Wednesday 2 July 2008 to explain what is expected of them.

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Business Crime Conference

The Minister for Crime Reduction, Vernon Coaker MP, will be the keynote speaker at the Regional Business Crime Conference to be held at Birmingham Council House on 18 June 2008 from 9.30am.

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Information and consultation

A half day seminar to be held on Wednesday 18 June 2008, aimed at all managers and directors who are involved in the processes of employer/employee communications.

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Preparation for retirement

A one day seminar to be held at St James's House on Thursday 12 June 2008. We would recommend employees should be within 10 years of anticipated retirement age.

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Employment Law Update

A one day seminar to be held on Tuesday 8 July 2008 designed for all those who need to be fully up to date with current and anticipated changes in legislation.

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