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  Yesterday evening the Government published further guidance on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, answering some questions on how furlough leave will operate. The key points can be summarised as follows:- 1.       Any organisation with employees can apply,...

You will have undoubtedly heard the news last Friday that the Government has announced that it will cover up to 80% of wages for retained workers (up to a total of £2,500 per month). This extraordinary measure, which will be welcomed by many businesses and employees...

Despite the current situation in relation to Covid 19, Jones Cassidy Brett is doing everything possible to provide an effective service to all our clients.   In light of current events we have decided that staff will work remotely where possible. The physical office...

In such uncertain times, many employers are asking lots of questions about how to manage their workforce. We have therefore answered below a number of common questions to help your business steer through the coming months. Can we ask employees to stay at home and not...

If you are an NI business with employees and workers in GB, important changes are coming into effect on 6 April 2020 about the information employers must provide to its employees and workers there. Currently in GB, section 1 of the Employment Rights Act 1996 (ERA)...

With further cases of Coronavirus in NI, and apparent changes in government policy/law we thought it would be timely to issue a briefing note on common questions that may arise for employers as a result of the virus. How can we reduce the risk to our Employees?...

The Rise in ‘Philosophical Belief’ Discrimination Cases The question of what amounts to a ‘Philosophical Belief’ continues to be a hot topic this year, with the most recent Employment Tribunal decision in January 2020 finding that “ethical veganism” is a ‘belief’...

The festive season is upon us again, and with it is the annual Christmas Party. Whilst offices are getting prepared to celebrate another year in business; it is well advised that employers take a moment to consider the potential Employment Law issues that can arise....

The deadline for the 4th Annual Northern Ireland Equality and Diversity Gala & Awards sponsored by Jones Cassidy Brett Solicitors and First Trust Bank and supported by Diversity NI is fast approaching.  Application packs must be completed and returned to...