Employment Law

Employment Law is a complex and ever-changing subject (so for specific matters do be sure to take appropriate legal advice). We aim here, however, to give a brief overview of issues relating to many of the most commonly asked questions from employers and employees. Within the overview are a number of links to sources of more detailed information - in particular that of the excellent Department and Trade and Industry website.

The RIBA recommendations concerning best employment practice and equal opportunities in the architecture profession are now available, and in addition model contracts for RIBA Part I and Part II staff can be downloaded from the new PEDR website.

Contents:

• Contract of employment
• The European working time directive
• National minimum wage
• Fixed term employees
• Part time work
• Notice and termination of employment
• Maternity rights
• Paternity leave
• Other family-friendly rights