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Contracts of employment
Employers must provide a contract of employment which sets out the terms and conditions of employment.
Unfair dismissal claim
There are several ways a dismissal could be considered unfair.
Fall Back Scheme – Parental leave
The Maternity and Parental Leave Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1999 introduced a right to Parental Leave for parents of any child under the age of 18.
Tests and checks
Employers can do various checks to make sure future employees can do the job they are being hired to do, that they are entitled to work in Northern Ireland, and that they are not barred from working with vulnerable groups.
Events - How to Register - Demo Video
This short video provides step-by-step instructions on how to register for an event on our website.
From ‘Banter’ to ‘Abuse’?
- New Guide aims to Eradicate Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
SSP Entitlement Northern Ireland – Temporary Extension
Temporary changes were made to the SSP Regulations effective from 14th December 2020 to deal with the exceptional circumstances faced by employers and employees in relation to Covid related illness.
Hours of work
The amount of hours and employee works for employer should be clearly laid out in the employment contract.
Annual Closedowns
Employers may elect to close their business at certain times of the year. (Christmas/new year)
Paternity Leave
Paternity leave allows parents to take time off from their work to have time with their child following a birth.