The first half of 2025 is due to bring significant legislative developments, reflecting a continued focus on workplace protections and compliance requirements. Here's an overview of the major changes and what employers should do to prepare.
From 20 January 2025, Employment Tribunals will have the power to increase protective awards by up to 25% where employers fail to comply with the statutory Code of Practice on dismissal and re-engagement.
Protective awards are compensation payments made to employees where an employer fails to properly consult in collective redundancy situations involving 20 or more employees. The new penalty mechanism could significantly increase costs for employers, adding a potential 25% uplift to the existing maximum of 90 days' gross pay per affected employee.
What employers should do: Care providers planning redundancies or changes to terms and conditions should review their consultation procedures to ensure full compliance with the Code of Practice. Legal advice may be needed to minimise the risk of costly claims.
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