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Labour Relations Agency retains Bronze Diversity Mark
The Labour Relations Agency has successfully retained the Bronze Diversity Charter Mark in recognition of their ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion within the workplace.
Hours of work
The amount of hours and employee works for employer should be clearly laid out in the employment contract.
Events - How to Register - Demo Video
This short video provides step-by-step instructions on how to register for an event on our website.
The Social Security Benefits Up-rating Order (Northern Ireland) 2020
The Social Security Benefits Up-rating Order (Northern Ireland) 2020 brings changes to Statutory Sick Pay, Maternity Pay, Paternity pay and Parental pay from 6 April 2020.
Escalating unresolved issues
Some issues in the workplace cannot be resolved informally so it is important that there is a fair and clear escalation process where each side meets their responsibilities. The Labour Relations Agency can offer information, flowcharts and codes of practice to help. We also offer confidential and impartial conciliation, mediation and arbitration services to help parties resolve issues without needing to go to tribunal.
The Agency is a public body with statutory responsibilities so there is no charge for our services.
Independent appeals
The Agency also facilitates a range of independent appeals (mainly grievance, bullying / harassment and discipline), for example where the final stage of an organisation’s procedure offers the option of 'an independent appeal of the decision via the Labour Relations Agency'.
Deductions
This section covers deduction from pay for employers and employees.
Pay and wages
Employees and workers receive some form of payment in return for the work they do.
Piece worker
Piece workers are paid for the work that they produce rather than the number of hours worked.
Other types of leave
There are various other types of leave including: garden leave; time off for public duties; and study / training leave.