As part of a series investigating the government’s proposed changes to employment law, People Management explores plans to launch a new skills body
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July has proved to be an exciting month, and with the state opening of parliament it was good see employment and skills getting the coverage it deserves. Taking skills first, as set out in the West Midlands Combined Authority Employmnet and Skills Strategy, we want to build an accessible intergrated skills system (FE,HE,ITP,LA,VCS) that supports residents into good work and grows our economy offering a relevant offer to business. Whilst Skills England is yet to be established, alignment with local place-based plans and regional economic strategies to inform a national industrial strategy, particularly in collaboration with Mayoral Combined Authorities (MCAs) and member authorities offers lots of opportunities such as addressing local need, employment outcomes, collaboration, innovation and growth. I’m looking forward to those conversations and how this can support our employment and skills strategy. For employment, really interesting to see how the worker rights legislation will be formed and implemented. The challenges here are complex but what’s important here is fairness. We have many residents in our region in fragile low paid employment impacting on their health, well being and home life, and as part of our strategy we’ll continue to focus on building levels of attainment to support longer term career progression into good well paid jobs. So as part of the review and legislation for workers rights it will be important to consider skills and health. Worth a read of the article and contributions 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 Helene Dearn OBE Fiona Aldridge Mubasshir Ajaz John Hall
As part of a series investigating the government’s proposed changes to employment law, People Management explores plans to launch a new skills body
Labour’s Plan to Make Work Pay: Skills England and the apprenticeship levy
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As part of a series investigating the government’s proposed changes to employment law, People Management explored plans to launch a new skills body. The establishment of Skills England, bringing together government, training providers, businesses and unions, was announced in the state opening of Parliament last week and described as a “partnership with employers at its heart”. To what extent do you believe this could help plug skills gaps in the UK? https://bit.ly/3SdTpmH #ReedTalentSolutions #Skills #Government #Employer #Employment
Labour’s Plan to Make Work Pay: Skills England and the apprenticeship levy
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What might #employmentlaw look like after the #election2024 Now, we're not jumping to any conclusions about who may win the next election - and this isn't a post to indicate any support for one part or another and we will take an even handed approach to what all the parties are proposing. Last week the Labour Party produced a campaign document which outlined its key employment proposals. Their main campaign commitments in relation to employment are stated as follows: ** to offer more apprenticeships; ** to 'transform' the #apprenticeship levy; ** to deliver a 'genuine' #livingwage; ** to ban #zerohours contracts; ** to end fire and rehire practices; ** to create jobs in clean energy and construction. There have also been other commitments made in relation to the publication of an Employment Bill within the first 100 days of a #Labour government which makes proposals in relation to #tradeunions (repeal of some #legislation and strengthening of other union rights) and the removal of waiting days for #ssp support for #familyfriendly working and #mentalhealthatwork issues. A lot of these proposals clearly need further definition and detail but they do give employers and their advisers a clear indication as to the direction of travel and what we may need to plan for. #ukemplaw
What might employment law look like after the election?
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This week is National Apprenticeship Week and the Theme for 2024 is ‘’Skills for Life’'. The 17th annual week-long celebration across England brings together everyone passionate about apprenticeships to celebrate the value, benefit, and opportunity that they bring. The Department for Education is encouraging everyone to consider how apprenticeships can help individuals to develop the skills and knowledge required for a rewarding career, and for employers to develop a workforce with future ready skills. Apprenticeships provide on-the-job learning for anyone over the age of 16 who is not already in full-time education. Often, apprenticeships are suggested to school leavers as an alternative to college or university. Although those who have gone on to further education and gained such qualifications can apply for higher level apprenticeships and find that there are many benefits to gain from doing so. As an HR professional and a school governor, I strongly believe that apprentices have incredible things to teach us all about how we mix learning with earning. I encourage organisations, including small to medium-sized enterprises, to consider hiring apprentices and understand how apprenticeships can help build the future and our economy. There's an interesting book by Professor Lynda Gratton, 'The 100 Year Life- Living and Working in an Age of Longevity'. It argues that the traditional three-phase life of 'education, work and retirement' needs to be replaced by a much more progressive mix of living, learning and working. For employing an apprentice, you are opening door to a new world for the apprentices you look after and it's vital that they are made to feel welcome and they, and you, can get the most from their opportunity to learn while they earn. If you are thinking about mentoring an apprentice and want to make sure you give them the best possible start in your industry, give us a call. We’ll talk you through your options and help you come up with a scheme that is set for success. https://lnkd.in/emDvuvNC #NAW2024 and #Skillsforlife
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Some great tips here when considering taking on #apprentices from Georgia Cowen and Ian Goodwin #NAW2024 #compliance
It has been really good to share article writing duty with Georgia Cowen at Gateleys as part of #NationalApprenticeshipWeek. This article contains some top #tips from across #tax, #legal #payroll #nmw and #globalmobility so please do give it a read for five minutes! It ay help you structure your #training, manage your costs, make #recruitment more effective or indeed enhance your general #compliance. https://lnkd.in/ewtyAQMB Katie Sharpe Robbie White Christian Fell Robin Bailey Jane Gilmore
Gateley - National Apprenticeship Week: Legislation to consider when employing apprentices
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Lots of grads have been getting their first official offers of employment recently 🙌 You remember the drill - the contract comes through and you flick excitedly to the salary and benefits section – because we all know that how much you are being paid is the most important thing, right? Wrong! ❌ Here are 5 things that you really need to read through when your first employment contract arrives instead! Link to the full article by employment law specialist Jane Johnson here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d4jG-5V #graduatecareers #graduatejobs #careertips #firstjobfckups
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If you don't have access to an employment lawyer who can help you read your contract, be sure to have a read of this super helpful guide 💛
Lots of grads have been getting their first official offers of employment recently 🙌 You remember the drill - the contract comes through and you flick excitedly to the salary and benefits section – because we all know that how much you are being paid is the most important thing, right? Wrong! ❌ Here are 5 things that you really need to read through when your first employment contract arrives instead! Link to the full article by employment law specialist Jane Johnson here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d4jG-5V #graduatecareers #graduatejobs #careertips #firstjobfckups
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The Labour Party's pro-business and pro-worker stance is set to bring significant changes with their 'New Deal for Working People', aiming to reform UK employment law within the first 100 days in office 💼 🔄 Labour plans to address severe skill shortages by encouraging sectors like health and social care, construction, engineering and IT to invest in training and apprenticeship opportunities 💻 👷 Employers not taking sufficient steps to provide training may ultimately face sanctions. Workforce plans will support training in these sectors to reduce reliance on international recruitment. Find out more on what this may mean for your business here 👉 https://shorturl.at/9NMF1 #fivestarinternational #sponsorlicence #ukimmigration #ukemployer #businessexpansion #sponsorshiplicence #recruitment #businessdevelopment
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Really useful article if you are about to accept a new role! Below are 5 things you need to look out for in your employment contracts
Lots of grads have been getting their first official offers of employment recently 🙌 You remember the drill - the contract comes through and you flick excitedly to the salary and benefits section – because we all know that how much you are being paid is the most important thing, right? Wrong! ❌ Here are 5 things that you really need to read through when your first employment contract arrives instead! Link to the full article by employment law specialist Jane Johnson here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d4jG-5V #graduatecareers #graduatejobs #careertips #firstjobfckups
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Noncompete agreements are a hot topic in 2024 due to an April ruling by the FTC. While I’m no attorney, I’ll do a brief flyover of non competes, their history and 2024 developments. ✈️ 🔒 Noncompete agreements (NCAs) have a long history, originating in 15th-century English common law 🏰. These clauses aimed to prevent apprentices from competing with their masters post-apprenticeship. In the U.S., NCAs became widespread in the late 20th century, evolving into a tool for companies to protect trade secrets, restrict competition and maintain competitive advantages 🔍. ⚖️ States have varied in their enforcement of NCAs. California and a few other states ban NCAs, promoting job mobility and innovation. Meanwhile, other states enforce them strictly, limiting workers' ability to switch jobs. With all the innovation that happens in California, it’s awfully tough to make the oft stated case that the elimination of NCAs will stifle innovation as companies will restrict information they share with their workforce. 🚫 In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) introduced a rule banning NCAs for all employees, including senior executives. This rule, expected to significantly impact the job market, faces legal challenges from business groups questioning the FTC’s authority. 🌍 The ban aims to foster economic freedom, higher wages, and innovation by enabling workers to move freely between jobs. This historic shift reflects growing concerns over the restrictive nature of NCAs and their impact on worker mobility and wages. Personally – NCAs 👎🏻Nonsolicitations 👍🏻. #noncompete #nonsolicitation #warfortalent
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