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The Department for the Economy unveils its blueprint for domestic abuse ‘safe leave’ in Northern Ireland
Eligible employees and workers will be entitled to 10 days’ paid safe leave each leave year, available from day one, paid at their normal rate and without any requirement to provide evidence. On several points, the DfE has moved further in favour of victims and survivors than it proposed in 2024. The Domestic Abuse (Safe Leave) Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 (the Act) created a framework for a statutory right to paid leave for employees and workers affected by domestic abuse.
Increase To Employment Rates And Limits Announced In Northern Ireland
It's that time of the year when employment law changes traditionally take effect, and this year there have been significant increases in several rates and limits. Here is our summary of the most important changes taking effect this month in NI. Employers in Northern Ireland should take note of the upcoming annual changes to statutory payment limits. Changes are implemented to reflect changes in the Retail Prices Index (RPI) and a range of increased figures will come into effect from 6 April 2025.
Employment and HR
In this insight, we outline the current framework of redundancy protection, why the law may be changing and the resulting implications for employers. We also highlight some of the other family rights which are proposed in the 'Good Jobs' Bill.
‘Good Jobs’ talking points: Pregnancy redundancy protection and other enhanced family leave proposals
The ‘Good Jobs’ Employment Rights Bill proposes to introduce enhanced family rights, including additional legal protections for pregnant employees and those returning to work following maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. What are the implications of the proposed changes for employers in Northern Ireland? In this insight, we outline the current framework of redundancy protection, why the law may be changing and the resulting implications for employers.
New Guidance On Eliminating Workplace Sexual Harassment
The Labour Relations Agency and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions have published new guidance on eliminating sexual harassment from the workplace, containing detailed recommendations on steps employers should consider taking to prevent and deal with such behaviour. This guidance sets expectations and best practice for eliminating and dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace. It covers issues ranging from legal obligations to actions to help prevent sexual harassment.
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