In a further article on the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations, 2006, we show how well established phrases and practices can suddenly become grounds for indirect age discrimination. How can you
avoid such a claim?
Published 05.10.2006
Acas says employers should relax their attitudes towards tattoos. This is because it’s claimed 29% of young people now have them and a total ban could invite an age discrimination claim. Is this
right?
Published 03.11.2016
The default retirement age has now been consigned to the legal history books, so you can no longer forcibly dismiss someone because they’ve reached 65. But what about your application procedure? Must
anything change here?
Published 07.11.2011
Age discrimination legislation has been in place for just over two years and there’s been a steady trickle of cases brought against employers. What are some of the issues tribunals have looked at
under this relatively new law?
Published 19.03.2009
It’s been nearly a year since age discrimination legislation was introduced, but many businesses are still struggling to deal with it. What’s the latest news?
Published 20.09.2007
According to recent research, age is rapidly becoming the main discrimination-related grievance amongst UK employees. So what are the key risk areas that you should be aware of?
Published 30.10.2008
You’re looking at providing some training for your workforce. However, one of your employees is nearing 66 and you suspect that they might retire soon. Can you exclude this employee from your
training plans?
Published 31.10.2023
You’re happy to allow an employee to work beyond 65 for a year. However, you’re finding it difficult to extend his permanent health insurance for this period. Where do you stand if you can’t obtain a
policy, or it’s just too expensive?
Published 04.10.2007
An older person has applied for a job but their skills and experience far exceed your requirements. Can you reject them simply on the basis that they are overqualified or is that asking for trouble?
Published 03.11.2016