3 Law Flashcards
what does law state (9)
should be no discrimination of a worker because of gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, race, colour, ethnicity or religion
what happens if a firm break the equality act
they are fined and can be forced to pay compensation
why does employment law exist (20
to control the behaviour of employers and give rights to the worker s
if workers feel their rights are breeched what can they do
take employer to an employment tribunal
what is an employment tribunal
panel of people - the chair is legally qualified and others have relevant experience. they hear the evidence and come to a decision. They can impose fines award compensation and costs
who supports the employee at a tribunal
union they can pay for legal advice
how does law guide recruitment
advertising can not discriminate (some exceptions school PE teacher)
a business have the responsibility to make the premisis suitable for disabled
what did the 2010 equality act do
brought 16 pieces of legislation into 1 act which is a legal framework to protect the rights of inddividuals and ensure equal opportunities
what does the 2010 equality act effect (6)
recruitment pay promotion terms and conditions training dismissal
name 6 types of discrimination
equal pay - act ensures men and women paid equally when doing job of same value
racial discrimination - prevents people of one race colour or ethnic group being treated differently (exception waiter in a chinease restaurant)
sexual discrimination- prevents men and women being treated differently
disability - gives opportunities to the disabled and expects employer to make reasonable changes and provide equipment
sexual orientation - cant give preference to persons sexual orientation over another
religion or belief - protects people being discriminated against because of belief and must allow time off for religious festivals
what does Uk law say about holiday
all workers are entitled to 5-6 weeks holiday per year must be paid
what is working time directive
controls how many hours an employee can be asked to work average 48 ours over 17 weeks 40 hours if below 18
what are the exceptions to working time directives
people can not opt out but armed forces, sea men, emergency services, security, servants in a private house can be directed to work more
how does complying with employment law benefit a business (5)
workers see them as a good employer
motivates
helps retention and reduces recruitment
good reputation which attracts others
how does it cost firms to comply with employment law (3)
wage costs and holiday pay
court costs if legal action
publicity - bad if go to court
