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Changes to the Minimum Wage in Myanmar
Myanmar has made important amendments to its minimum wage framework by increasing the minimum compensation for workers in both the public and private sectors. Background In May 2018, the National...
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Germany Update: Errors in Mass Redundancy Notices – ECJ Provides Relief
The dismissal of several employees must be reported to the Employment Agency when specified thresholds are exceeded. Dismissals may already be invalid due to the lack of "target" information in...
read moreCzech Republic Employment Update: Upcoming Amendment to the Labour Code
The Chamber of Deputies adopted an amendment to the Labour Code on Tuesday. The amendment is expected to come into force as early as 1 October 2023 (depending on the...
read moreNetherlands Employment Law Update: Statement of the Week: “Is the Study Agreement Null and Void?”
For a year now, the possibility of agreeing a study agreement with the employee has been subject to restrictions. An agreement between an employer and employee to reimburse study costs...
read moreUS Employment Update: Third Circuit Adopts Majority Approach for Determining Whether Time Spent Donning and Doffing Must be Compensated Under the FLSA
On August 16, 2023, the Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit clarified the test courts should use when determining whether workplace uniforms or safety gear are integral and indispensable...
read moreSwitzerland Employment Update: New Data Protection Act: What Do I Need to Know as an HR Manager?
The new Data Protection Act (nDPA) will come into force on September 1, 2023. Within the scope of the employment relationship, employee data is also regularly processed. This article provides...
read moreNew Zealand Employment Update: Restructuring? Think About Redeployment Obligations Early
The Employment Court has provided a timely reminder about an employer’s obligations to consider redeployment of an employee following the disestablishment of their role. New Zealand Steel Ltd v Haddad...
read moreItaly Employment Update: Ordinary and Causal Redundancy Fund “Weather Events”
National Labour Inspectorate, note no. 5056 of 13 July 2023 The National Labour Inspectorate draws attention to the protection profiles of workers for the risks related to heat damage. In...
read moreUK Employment Update: Untying the Knot: Navigating Divorce and Separation in the Workplace
In today's rapidly evolving workplace landscape, employers are increasingly recognising the importance of fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for their employees. While traditional leave policies address various life events,...
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