Unfair dismissal continues to be central to the work of the employment lawyer, whether advising or litigating. This course will cover the principles which underpin this area of the law, and put them into a practical framework, making use of problems, case studies and interactive discussion. It will deal with:
• Constructive dismissal: including fundamental breach, factors causing the resignation, delay and the last straw doctrine
• Continuity of employment: umbrella contracts and deemed continuity
• Employment status: the written contract and the role of reality
• Potentially fair reasons under the Employment Rights Act
• Interpreting and applying the ACAS Code of Practice
• The band of reasonableness
• Polkey reductions and contributory conduct
• Remedies: reinstatement and re-engagement, calculating compensation
If you want to have a thorough grounding of this important area of employment law, you should attend this course.
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