Against a backdrop of increased industrial action in public services, the UK Government proposed a new Bill providing for regulations to set minimum service levels (MSL’s) during strike action in a number of public service sectors. The Strikes Bill received Royal Assent on 20 July 2023 and the Government is now changing the conditions that […]
What employers need to know about industrial action
National Rail and London Underground employees recently participated in the largest strikes since 1989. Their reasons for taking part in industrial action are related to pay, working conditions and intended job cuts. It appears that strike action is also becoming increasingly common in the private sector as we are receiving calls for advice from companies […]