Are Fixed-Term Contracts Coming To An End?

As things are generally quieter at this time of year, now may be a good opportunity to turn your attention to matters that often get overlooked, one being your fixed-term contracts. Traditionally, many employers have taken the view that fixed-term contracts are a convenient way to manage short-term or uncertain demand without any of the liabilities that attach to permanent employees. However, following the Fixed-term Employees Regulations which came into force in the UK in 2002, this is no longer the case. For employers who are considering terminating or not renewing fixed-term contracts, there are now additional considerations to bear in mind. In this month's briefing we look at the obligations that attach to fixed-term contracts and what you need to think about when these contracts are coming to an end.