This is our selection of the recent developments which we think
will have the most significant impact on HR practice.
1. Coronavirus
With the Coronavirus situation rapidly evolving, UK employers
are becoming increasingly aware that they need to be prepared to
handle the situation however it develops. This could involve
anything from requiring staff to self-isolate when returning from
the rapidly expanding list of affected areas, to forced closure of
workplace for an indefinite period. Key recent developments
following the March Budget and government announcements
include:
1. There will be a temporary change to the eligibility
requirements for statutory sick pay (SSP). This will mean that SSP
must be paid from the first day of sickness absence rather than
having to wait, as at present, for the first three qualifying days
in any period of work for people who have COVID-19 or have to
self‑isolate in accordance with government guidelines.
