18/01/2024
Legal Made Easy: Employment Law Updates
There have been some key changes to workplace law, focusing on labour hire rules, discrimination protections, and redundancy pay. Here's what you need to know and some strategies to ensure your business remains compliant:
Labour Hire Workers' Rules and Wage Underpayments
Equal pay is now mandatory for labour hire employees in line with host employers' terms. As of 1 January 2025, intentional wage underpayments will be penalized heavily.
⚖️ Review labour hire arrangements and agreements, and payroll, to reduce risk of underpayment.
New Discrimination Protections
There are now stronger protections against discrimination, including adverse action against employees experiencing family and domestic violence.
⚖️ Bolster HR policies with a focus on supporting employees affected by family and domestic violence.
Small Business Redundancy Exemptions
The legislation modifies redundancy pay obligations, especially in insolvency contexts.
⚖️ If facing financial challenges, downturns, downsizing, or redundancy, seek advice from a legal expert to understand rights and obligations.
How do you stay informed and updated about ongoing changes in employment law?
