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Labour Relations Agency Accessibility Statement

Accessibility statement for www.lra.org.uk

This accessibility statement applies to the website of the Labour Relations Agency.

Details a written statement must contain

Employers are required to provide employees with a written statement of particulars of employment within two months of the commencement of employment.

Sick leave

From one time to another, employing organisations will experience absence by their staff due to illness. Illness absences are usually unplanned. This makes planning and covering work difficult for employers given the short notice of illness occurrences.

Cookies policy

When we provide services, we want to make them easy, useful and reliable.

Redundancy

When employers wish to make employees redundant they must follow a clear and fair process. The Labour Relations Agency has a redundancy flowchart which can help employers and employees in this situation.

Employee performance

Putting an effective performance management system in place is a key component in best employment practice. Clear, consistent communication and a constructive approach to employee development can bring out the best in organisations and individuals.

Discrimination when hiring

Fair treatment is not just a moral and legal obligation but makes good business sense. Employers who treat employees fairly will be best placed to recruit and retain staff in an increasingly diverse and competitive labour market.

Labour Relations Agency Tees Off Event on Hiring Seasonal Staff

Employers in the Causeway Coast and Glens area, who plan to hire seasonal staff during the 148th British Open golf tournament, are invited to attend a free event jointly hosted by the Labour Relations Agency (LRA) and local Council.

Working Time Regulations

In addition to the rights outlined around qualifying periods, a number of other rights and responsibilities exist. These relate to rest breaks, the number of hours a worker can be required to work and paid leave.