Topics

New Equality Act
Consideration of the forthcoming Equality Act which will harmonise existing discrimination legislation and promote the government’s key diversity initiatives, and its impact on employers.

Vetting and Barring Scheme
The Vetting and Barring scheme which will introduce increased safeguards by way of criminal sanctions relating to those who have been barred from working with children and vulnerable adults. The talk will assess essential information for employers and employees who work with these groups.

Pre pack issues
Tips and traps in buying from companies in administration.

Competition and Property
Changes to the Competition Act and its affect on property agreements.

Carbon Reduction
Implementation of the forthcoming Carbon Reduction Commitment and how this will affect corporates and the requirement for environmental policies.

Critical Contract Terms
Critical terms in commercial contracts and law on tactics – a look at the law and tactics for negotiation of new parties and new provisions.

Provision of Services Regulations
Consideration of the impact of the recently implemented Provision of Services Regulations and what you need to do to comply with them.