Cost: Free

It has been a difficult 18 months for employers and their staff. Making the workplace Covid-19 secure, managing the complexities of the furlough scheme or introducing new ways of working have all been challenging and resulted in a wide range of employment law issues.

Our employment law specialists, Paula Kathrens and Debra Gers will consider the current challenges facing employers and will:

• Make sure you’re up to date with the latest developments regarding COVID-19 vaccinations and the employment law implications.
• Consider employers’ extensive obligations in relation to hybrid working.
• Provide an update on recent furlough-related Employment Tribunal decisions and other pandemic-related claims.
• Discuss the practical issues in managing requests for flexible working and the possible extension of the right.
• Consider how to support staff returning from a lengthy period of furlough