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Adaptation - From Paris To Dubai And Beyond - Climate Change - Worldwide
Momentum for adaptation action is growing across the board – but who will lead the way? With the effects of climate change already being felt around the world, climate mitigation measures, while important, may not be enough. More than ever, equal attention needs to be given to climate adaptation – to protect, and ensure the long-term resilience of, communities and ecosystems vulnerable to the impacts of a changed climate.
JACQUI REED: Employers should start to consider how NHI may affect staff contracts
The National Council of Provinces adopted the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill on December 6. The bill will now progress to President Cyril Ramaphosa for consideration.
ESG tracker SADC Region October 2023
There are so many ESG-related publications and developments that it is hard to keep abreast of them all. For this reason, HSF publishes a monthly tracker of ESG-related publications and developments, with a primary focus on developments that may be of most interest to or impact our clients in the Southern African Development Community, be they corporates, asset managers or asset owners.
ESG Tracker SADC Region September 2023
There are so many ESG-related publications and developments that it is hard to keep abreast of them all. For this reason, HSF publishes a monthly tracker of ESG-related publications and developments, with a primary focus on developments that may be of most interest to or impact our clients in the Southern African Development Community, be they corporates, asset managers or asset owners. This issue covers the period from 1 to 30 September 2023.
ESG tracker (SADC edition)
ESG TRACKER (SADC EDITION) October 2023 | Johannesburg Herbert Smith Freehills ESG Tracker (SADC Edition) There are so many ESG-related publications and developments that it is hard to keep abreast of them all. For this reason, HSF publishes a monthly tracker of ESG-related publications and developments, with a primary focus on developments that may be of most interest to or impact our clients in the Southern African Development Community, be they corporates, asset managers or asset owners.
ESG Tracker SADC Region August 2023
There are so many ESG-related publications and developments that it is hard to keep abreast of them all. For this reason, HSF publishes a monthly tracker of ESG-related publications and developments, with a primary focus on developments that may be of most interest to or impact our clients in the Southern African Development Community, be they corporates, asset managers or asset owners.
Reform On The Horizon: Whistleblowers Afforded More Protection
“When people are silent, and where people are silenced, the consequences are very dangerous.” – Rabbi Gideon Pogrund, Founding director of the Centre for Business Ethics at the University of Pretoria On 29 June 2023, a discussion document proposing reforms for the whisteblower protection regime in South Africa was published.
Reform on the Horizon: Whistleblowers Afforded More Protection
“When people are silent, and where people are silenced, the consequences are very dangerous.” – Rabbi Gideon Pogrund, Founding director of the Centre for Business Ethics at the University of Pretoria On 29 June 2023, a discussion document proposing reforms for the whisteblower protection regime in South Africa was published.
ESG Tracker SADC Region June 2023
There are so many ESG-related publications and developments that it is hard to keep abreast of them all. For this reason, HSF publishes a monthly tracker of ESG-related publications and developments, with a primary focus on developments that may be of most interest to or impact our clients in the Southern African Development Community, be they corporates, asset managers or asset owners.
Amendments To The Employment Equity Act And Its Regulations
The purpose of the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998, is to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment through the elimination of unfair discrimination and implementing affirmative action measures to ensure the equitable representation in all occupational levels of designated groups. The effective date of the recent amendments to the Employment Equity Act, which was signed by President Ramaphosa on 14 April 2023, is yet to be proclaimed.
Amendments to the employment equity act and its regulations
The purpose of the Employment Equity Act, 55 of 1998, is to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunity and fair treatment through the elimination of unfair discrimination and implementing affirmative action measures to ensure the equitable representation in all occupational levels of designated groups. The effective date of the recent amendments to the Employment Equity Act, which was signed by President Ramaphosa on 14 April 2023, is yet to be proclaimed.
ANALYSIS | Jacqui Reed: Mandatory Vaccine Polices In The Workplace – Avoiding Litigation - Health & Safety - South Africa
Jacqui Reed examines a recent CCMA decision which found that an employer's mandatory vaccination policy and the rule emanating from that policy was unreasonable. In a recent CCMA decision, a commissioner found that the employer's mandatory vaccination policy and the rule emanating from that policy was unreasonable. The commissioner also found that the employee's dismissal on the basis that she refused to comply with the mandatory vaccination policy was unfair.
OPINION | Employers can act against unlawful strikes - but how they do it matters
Share your Subscriber Article You have 5 articles to share every month. Send this story to a friend! Enter recipient email address This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Subscribers can listen to this article Where there is unlawful or unprotected strike action, employers may find themselves needing to ensure they take action against wrongdoing – but they must do so fairly.
ANALYSIS | Jacqui Reed: Mandatory vaccine polices in the workplace - avoiding litigation
Jacqui Reed examines a recent CCMA decision which found that an employer's mandatory vaccination policy and the rule emanating from that policy was unreasonable. In a recent CCMA decision, a commissioner found that the employer's mandatory vaccination policy and the rule emanating from that policy was unreasonable. The commissioner also found that the employee's dismissal on the basis that she refused to comply with the mandatory vaccination policy was unfair.
Key Considerations When Employing Foreign Nationals In South Africa (Video)
In the recent decision of the Western Cape High Court in Mukuru Financial Services (Pty) Ltd (“Mukuru”) and Another v Department of Employment and Labour, the Court considered whether a South Africa employer's intention to employ foreign nationals rather than South African citizens or permanent residents could constitute unfair discrimination.
Mandatory Vaccination Policies Being Reconsidered In South Africa
Jacqui Reed, Senior Associate in the Employment Law, Pensions and Incentives team in Johannesburg, South Africa was recently quoted in Netwerk24 on her views regarding the decision by many employers to abandon mandatory vaccination policies from their workplaces. Are employers required to comply with any regulatory requirements prior to withdrawing the mandatory vaccination policy? Is it necessary to conduct a further risk assessment and consultation process?
The Interplay Between Labour Law And The Entrepreneurial Ambitions Of Employees
Jacqui Reed was recently interviewed on South African radio station Kaya FM to discuss the interplay between labour law and the entrepreneurial ambitions of employees. The discussion elaborated on some of the issues employees need to consider prior to pursuing interests unrelated to those of the business for which they work.
The interplay between labour law and the entrepreneurial ambitions of employees
Jacqui Reed was recently interviewed on South African radio station Kaya FM to discuss the interplay between labour law and the entrepreneurial ambitions of employees. The discussion elaborated on some of the issues employees need to consider prior to pursuing interests unrelated to those of the business for which they work.
Code Of Good Practice On The Prevention And Elimination Of Harassment In The Workplace
The Code of Good Practice on the Prevention and Elimination on Harassment in the Workplace (Code on Harassment) was introduced on 18 March 2022. It was developed following the introduction of International Labour Organisation Convention No 190, which came into force on 25 June 2021 (Convention). The Convention is the first international treaty to recognize the right of everyone to a world of work free from violence and harassment, including gender-based violence and harassment.
Unpacking the new mandatory vaccinations Code of Practice
Jacqui Reed | Employment Lawyer | Senior Associate | Herbert Smith Freehills | mail me | On 4 April 2022, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the National State of Disaster would be lifted with effect from 00:00 on 5 April 2022. One of the effects of this is that the Code of Good Practice: Managing Exposure to SARS-COV-2 in the Workplace (Code) became effective on 5 April 2022.
Could Employers Who Don't Offer Remote Working Lose Valuable Talent?
South Africa: Could Employers Who Don't Offer Remote Working Lose Valuable Talent? 11 March 2022 Herbert Smith Freehills To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. It appears from recently released research that, in order to remain competitive and relevant in the future, it will be necessary for employers to consider their approach to flexible and agile working, writes Jacqui Reed.
Change To Covid-19 Regulations – How Are Employers Affected? - Coronavirus (COVID-19) - South Africa
South Africa: Change To Covid-19 Regulations – How Are Employers Affected? 21 February 2022 Herbert Smith Freehills To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Under the new regulations, a person who has tested positive for Covid-19 and is asymptomatic is not required to isolate. Jacqui Reed examines what that means for employers as more workers return to the office in South Africa.
Mandatory Vaccine Policies In The South African Workplace – What The Law Says - Employment and HR - South Africa
South Africa: Mandatory Vaccine Policies In The South African Workplace – What The Law Says 03 February 2022 Herbert Smith Freehills To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. On 9 December 2021, the media reported that Dis-Chem employees had been informed that they have until February 2022 to be fully vaccinated.
Working From Home And The Mandatory Vaccine Policy: Any Intersectionality?
South Africa: Working From Home And The Mandatory Vaccine Policy: Any Intersectionality? 02 February 2022 Herbert Smith Freehills To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. On 23 March 2020, President Ramaphosa announced a nationwide lockdown for a period of 21 days with effect from 26 March 2020. This was extended for a further 14 day period.
CCMA dismissal for mandatory vaccine refusal
Jacqui Reed | Employment Lawyer | Senior Associate | Herbert Smith Freehills | mail me | On 21 January 2022, the first Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) decision relating to mandatory vaccinations in the workplace was issued. The Commissioner found that the employee’s dismissal for incapacity arising from her refusal to vaccinate was both procedurally and substantively fair.
ANALYSIS | Jacqui Reed: Mandatory vaccine policies in the workplace - what the law says | News24
Vaccine mandates are fast becoming a reality at workplaces across the country. Jacqui Reed breaks down what the law requires companies to do. On 9 December 2021, the media reported that Dis-Chem employees had been informed that they have until February 2022 to be fully vaccinated. In the event that an employee does not want to be vaccinated, the employee will be required to present a negative test every week at their own expense before reporting to work.
Guide to implementing a mandatory vaccination policy in the workplace
Jacqui Reed | Employment Lawyer | Senior Associate | Herbert Smith Freehills | mail me | The Department of Employment and Labour introduced the Consolidated Direction on Health and Safety in Certain Workplaces on 11 June 2021. Effectively, it permits employers to introduce a mandatory vaccination policy provided certain conditions are met.
JACQUI REED: Many issues to consider in new work scenarios
Auditing, advisory and tax services firm PwC recently announced that 40,000 client services employees based in the US would be permitted to work virtually and live in any location in perpetuity. Those in support staff roles such as human resources and legal operations were given the option to work virtually on a full-time basis some time ago.
JACQUI REED: Can employees be dismissed for declining the jab?
Last week it was reported that Discovery, SA's largest medical scheme administrator, will makeCovid-19 vaccinations compulsory from the start of 2022. The report noted that the mandatory vaccination policy recognises an employee's right to object to the vaccination and will include a process to consider their health, religious and other legal rights, which it will seek to balance with the rights of its other employees.
JACQUI REED: Protect employees against sexual harassment or face the consequences
Businesses cannot turn a blind eye to sexual harassment allegations in the workplace. They need to take proactive steps to protect employees and deal with any alleged instances of sexual harassment. It’s clear that despite the existence of a comprehensive legal framework to deal with sexual harassment at work, this scourge continues to run rampant in the workplace, both in the private and public sectors.
JACQUI REED: Mandatory vaccination: what do employers need to consider?
It was reported in the media recently that Sasol, one of SA’s largest employers, intends to request approval for mass vaccination of its employees and service providers in anticipation of a planned shutdown that will require more than 20,000 people on site for 23 days. The purpose of this request is to avert a super spreader event. According to media reports, some employees and community members described Sasol’s stance on vaccinations in the workplace as “corporate bullying”.
I'm going to get traded: Robinson's fears after brain fade
Mitch Robinson celebrates the goal that put Carlton back in the lead CARLTON midfielder Mitch Robinson admits he thought his time at the club could have been over after he handed Richmond a crucial goal in the last quarter on Sunday. Robinson punched the ball over the goal line on the full from a ball-up, resulting in a free kick to Ivan Maric. The ruckman made the most of Robinson's error, kicking the goal to give the Tigers a nine-point lead. Robinson told AFL.com.au he was unaware of the rule.
Late Mail: NSW now raging Origin favourites
TRADITIONALLY very little separates Queensland and NSW in State of Origin football. But the Maroons have been handed a whopping 8.5 points start for Sunday’s second match of the series in Sydney. The Blues are shooting for just their second series win in 13 years after claiming Game One in Melbourne against a new-look Queensland side minus a host of the stars who built a historic dynasty.
State of Origin odds, best bets, first try scorer; World Cup odds
But the Maroons have been handed a whopping 8.5 points start for Sunday’s second match of the series in Sydney. The Blues are shooting for just their second series win in 13 years after claiming Game One in Melbourne against a new-look Queensland side minus a host of the stars who built a historic dynasty. NSW are very short at $1.36 but some punters still believe Queensland can find a way to respond and are jumping on at $3.25.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: NRL, AFL, A-League and Super Netball best bets
THE term “blockbuster” is often overused but it is an entirely appropriate way to describe Sunday’s showdown between St George Illawarra and Melbourne. The highly anticipated match-up between the joint premiership favourites at Sydney’s Jubilee Oval certainly has punters excited, with plenty of early betting action with Ladbrokes. One punter has unloaded $40,000 on the Storm to make it four wins on the trot but the overall weight of money has been with the Dragons.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: NRL, AFL, A-League and Super Netball best bets
IF a week is a long time in politics, it can be an eternity in rugby league. Very few punters wanted to know about North Queensland ahead of last week’s clash with the Gold Coast with the 2015 premiers on a five-match losing streak. But a dominant Cowboys victory over the Titans has brought Johnathan Thurston and his men roaring back into the good books.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: NRL, AFL, A-League and Super Netball best bets
IF a week is a long time in politics, it can be an eternity in rugby league. Very few punters wanted to know about North Queensland ahead of last week’s clash with the Gold Coast with the 2015 premiers on a five-match losing streak. But a dominant Cowboys victory over the Titans has brought Johnathan Thurston and his men roaring back into the good books.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Broncos odds shorten for Storm clash
BRISBANE have been Melbourne’s bunny for the past decade but it has not stopped the Broncos from being one of the best-backed sides in the NRL this weekend. Brisbane have been wound into $2.40 and the line has shortened from 4.5 points to 3.5 points while the reigning premiers are out to $1.60 to maintain their outstanding record against the home side at Suncorp Stadium tonight.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Broncos odds shorten for Storm clash
Welcome to this week’s Late Mail column. BRISBANE have been Melbourne’s bunny for the past decade but it has not stopped the Broncos from being one of the best-backed sides in the NRL this weekend. Brisbane have been wound into $2.40 and the line has shortened from 4.5 points to 3.5 points while the reigning premiers are out to $1.60 to maintain their outstanding record against the home side at Suncorp Stadium tonight.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Broncos fans looking for turnaround
BRONCOS fans will be hoping expected wet weather can bring a change of fortunes for Brisbane when they take on the high-flying New Zealand Warriors in Auckland tomorrow. Interestingly, Wayne Bennett-coached teams have an excellent record in the wet, so there’s a chance of a late move in the betting market for the Broncos. However, at least one Ladbrokes punter doesn’t think Brisbane have much hope, placing $5000 on the Warriors to continue their unbeaten start to the season.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Broncos fans looking for turnaround
BRONCOS fans will be hoping expected wet weather can bring a change of fortunes for Brisbane when they take on the high-flying New Zealand Warriors in Auckland tomorrow. Interestingly, Wayne Bennett-coached teams have an excellent record in the wet, so there’s a chance of a late move in the betting market for the Broncos. However, at least one Ladbrokes punter doesn’t think Brisbane have much hope, placing $5000 on the Warriors to continue their unbeaten start to the season.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Super Rugby, A-League, AFLW and NRL best bets
BRISBANE ($1.22) are short odds on Friday night against the Gold Coast ($4.50), who provided as much defensive resistance as a turnstile in their heavy defeat to the Dragons last week. The Wests Tigers were unlucky to lose in golden point to the Broncos last weekend, and they are expected to bounce back in their Easter Monday clash against the Parramatta Eels.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Tigers tipped for another boilover against Broncos
DESPITE holding off the fast-finishing Cowboys — with the help of a Suncorp Stadium goalpost pad — last Friday, the Brisbane Broncos are friendless in betting for Friday’s clash with the Wests Tigers. The Tigers upset the highly fancied Sydney Roosters in Round 1 then rained on Billy Slater’s 300th game parade with a shock win over Melbourne last weekend.
Late Mail: best bests, NRL, AFL, Super Rugby betting
The Tigers upset the highly fancied Sydney Roosters in Round 1 then rained on Billy Slater’s 300th game parade with a shock win over Melbourne last weekend. And punters expect the unheralded Tigers to sink their claws into the Broncos who responded to their justifiably criticised season-opening shocker against the Dragons with a gutsy Queensland Derby victory.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: North Queensland heavy favourites over Broncos
HIGH-octane, nailbiting, edge-of-your-seat thrillers between North Queensland and Brisbane have become the norm in recent years — not to mention rugby league at its finest. But punters are not willing to forgive the Broncos for their Round 1 disaster against St George Illawarra ahead of Friday’s Queensland Derby blockbuster at Suncorp Stadium. The Cowboys have been incredibly well-backed with Ladbrokes after their hard-fought win over Cronulla in Round 1 and Brisbane’s season-opening shocker.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Cowboys favoured as NRL returns
NORTH Queensland ($1.52) are clear favourites to celebrate Johnathan Thurston’s 300-game milestone with a win over Cronulla in tonight’s NRL blockbuster in Townsville. Kicking off the final campaign of his stellar career, Thurston is $4.10 to score a try in the season-opener for the Cowboys, who are on the second line of betting for the 2018 title at $5.50 behind the Sydney Rosters ($5).
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: Cowboys and Roosters hot favourites for NRL title
THE Sydney Roosters remain on top of the 2018 NRL premiership betting market with Ladbrokes at $5 but it is the North Queensland Cowboys who have been easily the best-backed side. North Queensland have been $9 into $5.50 to deliver Johnathan Thurston a fairytale end to his rugby league career and Ladbrokes recently took a $20,000 bet for the club to claim a second title.
Late mail powered by Ladbrokes: Super Rugby, A-League, AFLW and NRL best bets
The Super Rugby season proper gets underway this weekend and thankfully at least one Australian franchise is guaranteed a win as the Rebels host the Reds on Friday night. A great deal is expected of the Rebels ($1.57) this season and they will start this clash as clear favourites with Ladbrokes, but it is tough to have any faith in a side that has lost their past eight games.
Late Mail powered by Ladbrokes: AFLW, Super Rugby and A-League tips
Boom Carlton recruit Tayla Harris will take on her former teammates for the first time when the Blues host the Lions on Saturday night. No doubt the forward will get some extra attention after she questioned the professionalism at the Lions, which didn’t go down all that well with her old club. The Blues have lost their best player in Brianna Davey, who ruptured her ACL last weekend, but the ladder-leaders have still opened as $1.70 favourites with Ladbrokes.
Late Mail: Best bets and odds for Winter Olympics, AFLW and A-League
The Winter Olympics get underway this weekend and there is every chance that Australia could walk away with a record medal haul. The Aussie team are $1.67 to win one or more gold medals at the games in Pyeongchang with Ladbrokes, while $2.30 is available for the team to win five or more combined medals, an improvement on the three medals won at both Vancouver in 2010 and Sochi in 2014.
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