Monthly Archives: April 2012

Forced Retirement: have the press over-egged Seldon?

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Darren Newman

When I read a paper, I have to confess that I hardly ever read a full article unless I’m particularly interested in it. I’m more likely to scan the headlines and maybe the first couple of paragraphs before I move … Continue reading →

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Are companies ‘shunning’ temps because of the Agency Workers Regulations?

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Darren Newman

I’m starting to think that I should simply dedicate this blog to Louisa Peacock of the Telegraph. Her latest offering is an article claiming that the Agency Workers Regulations have caused companies to ‘shun temps’ – with the clear implication … Continue reading →

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Age discrimination and the Government’s ‘Youth Contract’

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Darren Newman

Could the Government be sued over its new ‘Youth Contract’ which rewards employers who take on young workers aged 18-24 with payments of up to £2,275? According to the Daily Telegraph, the Government’s own guidance has warned that companies could … Continue reading →

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