Forwards
We want to keep you updated on developments in both the legal world and at Wards. Recent articles are posted here and you can search by both date and service area. If you can't find what you're looking for, however, please contact Jane Sanger.
November 2nd, 2011
Working relationships
Being a responsible employer can often come down to the challenging world of relationships. When your employee is going through a divorce or family problem, what do you need to be aware of?
October 7th, 2011
Osborne announces Employment Law Reforms
Chancellor George Osborne has announced plans to reduce the number of employment tribunal claims and boost the economy, with two major changes proposed today. His first proposal concerns changes to unfair dismissal rules, which he feels could save nearly £6 million a year for British business. The qualifying period for unfair dismissal will be increased [...]
September 14th, 2011
Help from ACAS for employers concerned about social media
Smart phones, internet, tweeting, blogging – we have accepted all of these innovations, and many more, as part of our working lives, helping us to work more flexibly, stay in touch for longer and respond to each other more quickly. But is it all good news? Some estimates report that misuse of the internet and social media by [...]
September 14th, 2011
“Who dares wins? Buying into a changing world”
We’re pleased to announce that, on Thursday 17 November, 9am-4pm, we will be joining Burton Sweet for their ever-popular annual Charity Seminar. Wards’ Employment Law expert, Alex Lyttle, will be talking about Social Media and all that charities need to know about the key employment issues and pitfalls. Please click here to download details and [...]