January 2021 - Our first episode

Welcome to the first episode of Matt's Employment Law and HR Update.  This episode provides and update on:

• Updated furlough guidance as at 5 January 2021
• Consultation on proposed major reform of post-termination restrictive covenants
• ICO guidance on Brexit and recruitment algorithms
• Latest gender pay guidance and statistics
• The 'cost-plus' rule in discrimination cases (Heskett v Secretary of State for Justice)
• Constructive dismissal and what employees don't need to tell you when they leave (Chemcem Scotland v Ure)
• Will interim relief be coming to discrimination cases (Steer v Stormsure)
• Disability and recurring conditions (Sillivant v Bury Street Capital)

This episode is not intended to provide legal advice. Rather, it is intended to provide general guidance on the topic discussed.

If you would like us to advise you on a particular issue then please get in touch with us at matthew.huggett@carbonlawpartners.com

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In addition to legal advice, Matt also offers HR and Employment Law Training through his partner business: Brightstar HR. Please have a look at all the training offered here: www.brightstarhr.co.uk