About the webinar

Worknest, the team behind Bira Legal are teaming up with Andrew Goodacre in this free 60-minute webinar for bira members. Topics to be covered are, essential strategies for effectively managing absence, changing hours or days to suit your business needs and  provide insights of what to expect from our new government in the short term. 

What's on the agenda?

2024 has brought significant changes to employment law. With new legislation already in effect, evolving best practices, and impending changes from the new government, staying informed is crucial for maintaining a compliant workplace.

During this 60-minute live update webinar, WorkNest’s Senior Employment Law Advisor, Caroline Johnstone, and BIRA’s CEO, Andrew Goodacre, will cover essential strategies for effectively managing absence and changing hours or days to suit your business needs. Following the result of the General Election, they will also provide a brief overview of what to expect from our new government in the short term. Join the session to learn:

  • Essential strategies for managing absence: Learn how to implement clear policies, follow correct procedures, know when to escalate issues, and support employees with health-related challenges in the workplace.
  • Procedures for changing hours or days of work: Understand the rules around altering terms and conditions of employment and learn about common pitfalls to avoid. 
  • What lies ahead? Get an brief update on the proposed changes from our new government, and look ahead to upcoming legislative changes, including the sexual harassment protection law, living wage increases, and a day one right for unfair dismissal.

Have a question?

If you have a specific query you would like our hosts to answer, submit it when signing up – we’ll address as many as we can at the end of the session.

Not a bira member?

Sign up today and get free access to this upcoming webinar. Use code 25OFF when registering to receive 25% off your first year. 

 

 

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