Wednesday 4 November 09:00–11:00 (120 minutes)
Strand: The responsible employer
Human resource professionals need to be aware of the legal framework for employment policy and how it applies to their organisations. Get up to date on new legislation and case law developments across a range of key issues and put your questions to employment law specialists during this in-depth session.
Mills & Reeve
Speakers: Jog Hundle (Partner, Mills and Reeve) and Stuart Craig (Partner , Mills and Reeve)
As well as summarising key recent case law developments and outlining when, what and to whom TUPE applies, this session will answer queries on best practice and how to ensure your organisation fulfils its obligations and responsibilities.
Hempsons
Speakers: Anne Ball (Partner, Hempsons) and Jean Sapeta (Partner, Hempsons)
This session will provide a brief overview of the corporate manslaughter legislation and consider the practical implications for the NHS. It will look at who is a 'senior manager' and consider the issues that may arise between an organisation and its employees in the event of a prosecution.
Bevan Brittan
Speakers: David Widdowson (Partner, Bevan Brittan) and Sarah Michael (Senior Associate, Employment Team, Bevan Brittan)
Whistle-blowing cases – a very sensitive area of law for NHS employers – are on the up and this session will review developments in case law, and also offer practical advice for handling these matters effectively and properly to minimise your exposure to expensive legal action.
Beachcroft
Speakers: Guy Bredenkamp (Partner, Beachcroft) and Rachael Heenan (Partner, Beachcroft)
With over 16,000 current equal pay cases pending – with most far from being resolved – this session will review the key recent legal developments and provide a valuable practical insight into the issues facing trusts dealing with the defence of these claims and their potential consequences.
Capsticks
Speakers: Jacqui Atkinson (Partner, Capsticks), Tina Elliott (Partner, Capsticks) and Andrew Rowland (Partner, Capsticks)
This session will combine legal theory and practical scenarios to consider different ways to achieve organisational change efficiently. It will discuss issues including dismissal and re-engagement, redundancies and TUPE transfers.
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