Carey Olsen Starting Point Guides are intended as a general introduction and guide to different aspects of Guernsey law.

The prospect of this legislation has been on the horizon for years, and while the final form of the legislation is far from settled...

Whilst the Channel Islands have been fortunate to weather the storm of COVID comparatively well so far, we have not been immune from the economic impact suffered by other countries.

A recent English law case has highlighted an issue relevant to those involved in Channel Islands-related insolvencies ...

Generally speaking, an employee who works wholly or mainly in Guernsey and who has been continuously employed for at least one year has the right under Guernsey law not to be unfairly dismissed.

We are often asked by Channel Island employers embarking on a redundancy or restructuring process whether they have an obligation to offer an alternative role to an employee who is on maternity leave.

With the number of redundancies on the increase, this is a question frequently being asked by Guernsey employers.

Phase one introduced five ‘Protected Grounds' (race, disability, carer status, sexual orientation and religion or belief) and prohibited discrimination, harassment and victimisation on the basis of those Protected Grounds...

Jersey's employment laws are constantly moving forward, and it can be demanding for employers and HR professionals looking to keep up with best practice.