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Legal topics affecting recruitment businesses and trends based on REC legal enquiries 

Employment Rights Bill

The much-anticipated Employment Rights Bill was published on 10th October 2024. Read about the key proposals for recruitment businesses here On 27 November 2024, an amendment paper was published. Read about it here

HMRC takes legal action against umbrella company – alleged fraud over employer national insurance contributions

Last week, we became aware that HMRC is pursuing umbrella company Ducas Limited and two other companies - Enix Services Ltd and FL Capital Holdings Ltd and has successfully obtained a Freezing Injunction in the High Court, which prevents Ducas and FL Capital from removing its assets from the UK. Read our update which includes advice for members here

Holiday Pay

If you would like more information what the entitlement is, how to calculate holiday pay and how to manage holiday pay and leave for temporary workers, please see more information on our legal guide here

 

 

 

 

 

EAS Inspections

There has been a recent increase in calls regarding EAS inspections. Please see our guide to the Conduct Regulations for further information about your obligations. You may also wish to see EAS guidance on what to expect during inspections here

Updated employer and agency duties on preventing sexual harassment in the workplace

On 26th October 2024 the employer duty to take steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace comes into force. Read about the duty here and access our due diligence checklist and model policy here. Watch our FAQs video legal update here

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