Modern Slavery in the hotel sector
The hotel industry faces particular risk of modern slavery. The Shiva Foundation has published some useful indicators of when this might be happening.
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01, 2019
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01, 2019
Good Work Plan – A vision for the future
The Government has published its Good Work Plan. Hospitality businesses should be aware that there are some proposed legislative changes relating to working patterns, clarity on worker status and enforcement
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12, 2018
Don’t fall foul of minimum wage with unpaid trial shifts in the hospitality industry
In the hospitality industry employers may offer prospective works trial shifts - this can be a trap resulting in underpayment of the national minimum wage if care is not taken.
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11, 2018
Pub operators beware new HMO licensing rules
Pub and restaurant operators with properties with residential accommodation should be aware of changes to the HMO (House in Multiple Occupancy) licensing regime which were introduced in October 2018
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11, 2018
Staff Christmas parties – avoid a nasty hangover for the business
As Christmas and the staff party season approaches, a recent case where an MD caused serious injury to an employee at an ‘after party’, serves as a useful reminder to employers of their liabilities to staff.
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11, 2018
Are you licensed to show TV and films in your hospitality venue?
Bars, pubs and restaurants that have televisions showing films or TV programmes now need a licence to show this content from the MPLC
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11, 2018
Watch out for statutory compliance when acquiring a new bar or restaurant site.
Failure to investigate full statutory compliance with fire, asbestos and other regulations when acquiring a new hospitality site could hamper trade and leave directors open to a criminal offence.