Even though there may be a glimpse of progress, it is still without doubt, unacceptable to be publishing pay gaps of an average of 18%+ - without even looking at the sectors at the higher end with figures commonly in the 25-40% mark for engineering, construction, insurance and finance. Read more…
Draft regulations in relation to ethnicity pay gap reporting are expected later this year, following a consultation in late 2018. Companies need to be constantly challenging themselves to see what’s on the horizon and how they can keep pace of change. Pinsent Masons discusses the shortfalls of pay gap reporting as it stands, and what's on the horizon. Read more…
Katie Good, Trainee Solicitor at Fragomen summarises the expert guidance and practical solutions offered at BFI's London conference, to help HR professionals prepare for Brexit Read more…
In recent times there has never been so much uncertainty for business. As things stand the UK will exit the EU on 29th March and there is still a reasonable likelihood of the UK leaving the EU without a deal. There are several key unanswered questions for Business in a "no deal" scenario. The questions concern trade and borders, tax, regulation and contracts, data and of course people. Many businesses have done little detailed Brexit planning needing to devote themselves to business as usual and unsure about what planning they should embark on, given the ever changing landscape. Read more…
Organisations are eagerly searching for how their business may be impacted by Brexit, in both their internal and external operating environments. These preparations are now becoming more acute, so here we offer seven questions that organisations should be asking themselves now, or be reviewing as the Brexit withdrawal process unfolds. Read more…
