Bisson v Condor
In Jersey’s first ruling under the new sex discrimination law, a Tribunal found Condor Ferries discriminated against a transgender person. Ms Erin Bisson, a trans woman (i.e. a person who
Marques v Channel Architects Limited t/a BDK Architects
Mr Marques resigned his position from BDK Architects claiming constructive unfair dismissal and breach of contract. His former employer counter-claimed for notice monies and training costs. The case illustrates well
Focus on… Mothers At Work
Focus on… Mothers At Work This course is designed for the employer who has to manage pregnant workers, those on maternity leave and/or employees who are primary carers to children.
Focus on… Managing Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace
This course is designed for managers to assist them in managing workers who are showing symptoms of poor mental health or stress. The 2 hour classroom course covers:
Melanoma Check Day
Next week is sun awareness week (9 – 16 May 2016) and the Donna Annand Melanoma Charity (DAMC) is asking everyone to raise awareness of the importance of checking your
Age Discrimination Breakfast Briefing
Newsflash: Age Discrimination – Old enough to know better? On 12 April 2016, the Minister for Social Security lodged draft Age Discrimination Regulations with the States. The Regulations take account
Start of season special offers
Focus on… Seasonal Issues This course is designed for the employer who has to manage seasonal workers. It will cover the employment issues that arise from those working for a
Update: Age Discrimination Consultation
URGENT UPDATE LAW has been advised by the Department for Social Security that the Minister ‘might propose’ further change(s) to the draft Age Discrimination Regulations in relation to retirement age
Start of season special offers
Prepping your kitchen for the 2016 season? Have you remembered to check that everyone is qualified to the appropriate level in Food Safety and that their qualification is up to date? Ahead of
Have your say on… Age Discrimination
What? There are only 10 days left on the consultation exercise on the new Age Discrimination regulations! Why care? In essence, the draft law is not as unfavourable to employers
Will your Christmas Party result in more than just a hangover?
A reminder for employers of the dangers of Christmas parties. Everyone loves a party and, unlike other jurisdictions, Jersey is lucky to still enjoy a culture of work do’s and
Tribunal roundup
Please note one of these cases (the Guernsey one) uses explicit language (reported from the judgement). Therefore, please do not read this if the use of explicit language offends you.
