http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx Acas RSS news feed en (C) 2009 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:57:39 GMT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2392 Presentation downloads, conference photos and opportunity to feedback. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2392 html/text 2009-06-15T16:47:27Z 2009-06-12T13:43:22Z 2009-06-22T16:42:44Z 2108-06-12T13:43:22Z Double-A Resilience through recession: The crucial role of people management and development conference a success Presentation downloads, conference photos and opportunity to feedback. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2390 Business leaders and government are today urged to take a stand against poor people management, which is too often the cause of bullying, conflict and stress in the workplace and a significant factor in the UK's productivity gap. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2390 html/text 2009-06-11T12:18:16Z 2009-06-11T11:27:02Z 2009-06-16T11:37:22Z 2108-06-11T11:27:02Z Double-A CIPD and Acas publish "five-a-day management fundamentals" to help raise UK productivity Business leaders and government are today urged to take a stand against poor people management, which is too often the cause of bullying, conflict and stress in the workplace and a significant factor in the UK's productivity gap. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2385 Longer-term effects of the downturn to hit public sector over the next 12 months. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2385 html/text 2009-06-05T13:00:05Z 2009-06-05T12:28:46Z 2009-06-05T13:02:37Z 2108-06-05T12:28:46Z Double-A Acas predicts recession pain for public sector ahead of national conference Longer-term effects of the downturn to hit public sector over the next 12 months. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2251 Acas and Red Training and Consultancy have joined in partnership to deliver this unique event: an innovative and practical insight into managing stress and wellbeing at work. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2251 html/text 2009-04-27T10:40:08Z 2009-04-27T10:08:25Z 2009-05-08T10:13:02Z 2108-04-27T10:08:25Z Double-A Managing stress and wellbeing at work conference - 11 May 09 Acas and Red Training and Consultancy have joined in partnership to deliver this unique event: an innovative and practical insight into managing stress and wellbeing at work. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2212 The Acas Pre-Claim Conciliation Service (PCC) aims to identify workplace disputes between employers and employees which may become employment tribunal claims and resolve them effectively before they enter the tribunal system. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2212 html/text 2009-04-14T10:53:58Z 2009-04-14T10:45:34Z 2009-04-14T10:53:58Z 2108-04-14T10:45:34Z Double-A Independent PCC evaluation report shows net benefits to employers, employees and the taxpayer The Acas Pre-Claim Conciliation Service (PCC) aims to identify workplace disputes between employers and employees which may become employment tribunal claims and resolve them effectively before they enter the tribunal system. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2223 This is an in-depth training session, co-presented by the Acas, the UK Borders Agency, and an expert from Eversheds Solicitors. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2223 html/text 2009-04-21T10:22:29Z 2009-04-07T16:59:48Z 2009-04-21T10:22:29Z 2108-04-07T16:59:48Z Double-A Employing Migrant Workers - North Hykeham Lincolnshire conference 12 May This is an in-depth training session, co-presented by the Acas, the UK Borders Agency, and an expert from Eversheds Solicitors. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2209 Acas, the employment relations service, today published its latest Policy Discussion Paper on the role collective conciliation and negotiating skills play in resolving large-scale disputes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2209 html/text 2009-04-07T11:55:37Z 2009-04-07T10:44:37Z 2009-04-07T11:56:22Z 2108-04-07T10:44:37Z Double-A Negotiating skills and awareness of collective conciliation key in today's climate: Acas publishes new Policy Discussion Paper Acas, the employment relations service, today published its latest Policy Discussion Paper on the role collective conciliation and negotiating skills play in resolving large-scale disputes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2206 UK businesses are set to benefit from changes to employment legislation, according to Acas, the employment relations service. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2206 html/text 2009-04-02T16:29:03Z 2009-04-02T16:21:17Z 2009-04-20T11:14:52Z 2108-04-02T16:21:17Z Double-A New Acas Code helps businesses save time and money through simplified dispute resolution system UK businesses are set to benefit from changes to employment legislation, according to Acas, the employment relations service. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2195 Acas, the employment relations service, and the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) have revealed the line up and agenda for their joint summit, set to take place in London on the 11th June. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2195 html/text 2009-03-26T14:42:54Z 2009-03-26T08:37:33Z 2009-05-11T15:01:33Z 2108-03-26T14:37:33Z Double-A Resilience through recession: Acas and CIPD, 11 June, summit agenda Acas, the employment relations service, and the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) have revealed the line up and agenda for their joint summit, set to take place in London on the 11th June. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2192 Acas and Unite are holding a joint conference for all Third Sector workplace reps and employers who need to know about the changes coming into effect 6 April 2009. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2192 html/text 2009-03-24T11:29:20Z 2009-03-24T11:12:48Z 2009-03-24T13:51:56Z 2108-03-24T11:12:48Z Double-A The new Employment Act 2008 - What does it mean for the Third Sector? Acas and Unite are holding a joint conference for all Third Sector workplace reps and employers who need to know about the changes coming into effect 6 April 2009. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2183 Acas, the employment relations service, has launched a new equality and diversity guide addressing the vital role monitoring plays in equality and diversity in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2183 html/text 2009-03-18T13:02:11Z 2009-03-18T12:52:03Z 2009-03-18T13:02:11Z 2108-03-18T12:52:03Z Double-A Monitoring key to equality in the workplace: Acas launches new guide Acas, the employment relations service, has launched a new equality and diversity guide addressing the vital role monitoring plays in equality and diversity in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2180 The draft Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance procedures, has now been approved by Parliament. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2180 html/text 2009-03-12T17:29:58Z 2009-03-12T17:16:45Z 2009-03-13T12:53:43Z 2108-03-12T17:16:45Z Double-A Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance agreed by Parliament The draft Acas Code of Practice on discipline and grievance procedures, has now been approved by Parliament. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2169 Acas, the employment relations service, has launched a new guide on management. It advises senior managers on how to get the best out of their Frontline Managers (FLMs) - supervisors, team leaders, and project leaders. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2169 html/text 2009-03-05T16:17:59Z 2009-03-05T16:08:37Z 2009-03-05T16:17:59Z 2108-03-05T16:08:37Z Double-A Managers critical for business success: Acas launches new guide Acas, the employment relations service, has launched a new guide on management. It advises senior managers on how to get the best out of their Frontline Managers (FLMs) - supervisors, team leaders, and project leaders. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2163 Dennis Boyd, one of Acas' former Chief Conciliators, has died aged 78. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2163 html/text 2009-02-24T10:08:41Z 2009-02-24T10:06:05Z 2009-02-24T10:09:21Z 2108-02-24T10:06:05Z Double-A Dennis Boyd, former Acas Chief Conciliator passes away Dennis Boyd, one of Acas' former Chief Conciliators, has died aged 78. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2161 The current global financial crisis has many local impacts for both employers and employees. With hundreds of headlines threatening uncertainty you may be finding it difficult to know what to do. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2161 html/text 2009-02-20T12:15:54Z 2009-02-20T11:44:14Z 2009-02-20T12:17:01Z 2108-02-20T11:44:14Z Double-A Acas launches new recession page offering guidance for employees and employers The current global financial crisis has many local impacts for both employers and employees. With hundreds of headlines threatening uncertainty you may be finding it difficult to know what to do. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2160 Providing employers and employees with the tools to get through the recession: practical advice and professional training. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2160 html/text 2009-02-19T16:40:32Z 2009-02-19T16:37:07Z 2009-03-04T11:55:52Z 2108-02-19T16:37:07Z Managing in difficult times: the Acas guidance page on managing through the recession Providing employers and employees with the tools to get through the recession: practical advice and professional training. Providing employers and employees with the tools to get through the recession: practical advice and professional training. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2147 As calls on redundancy to the CIPD and Acas helplines continue to climb, the two organisations are launching joint guidance on managing the workforce in a recession. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2147 html/text 2009-02-18T10:41:56Z 2009-02-18T10:34:16Z 2009-02-18T10:41:56Z 2108-02-18T10:34:16Z Double-A Acas and CIPD launch practical guidance for employers on managing in recession to help answer a rapid rise in helpline call queries As calls on redundancy to the CIPD and Acas helplines continue to climb, the two organisations are launching joint guidance on managing the workforce in a recession. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2146 Acas, the employment relations service, today published its report into the facts surrounding the dispute at the Lindsey oil refinery. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2146 html/text 2009-02-16T12:00:45Z 2009-02-16T11:31:04Z 2009-02-16T12:00:45Z 2108-02-16T11:31:04Z Double-A Acas publishes report findings from the Lindsey oil refinery investigation Acas, the employment relations service, today published its report into the facts surrounding the dispute at the Lindsey oil refinery. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2142 Acas has appointed Professor Gillian Morris, a barrister, to advise the Lindsey Oil Refinery investigation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2142 html/text 2009-02-11T10:06:49Z 2009-02-11T10:04:04Z 2009-02-11T10:06:49Z 2108-02-11T10:04:04Z Double-A Acas appoints industrial relations expert to advise Lindsey Oil Refinery investigation Acas has appointed Professor Gillian Morris, a barrister, to advise the Lindsey Oil Refinery investigation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2140 Pat McFadden, Employment Minister for the Department of Business and Enterprise has asked Acas to investigate the facts surrounding the Lindsey Oil Refinery contract arrangements. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2140 html/text 2009-02-05T16:35:35Z 2009-02-05T16:34:24Z 2009-02-05T16:39:32Z 2108-02-05T16:34:24Z Double-A Acas to investigate Lindsey Oil Refinery contractual arrangements Pat McFadden, Employment Minister for the Department of Business and Enterprise has asked Acas to investigate the facts surrounding the Lindsey Oil Refinery contract arrangements. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2139 National Officers and shop stewards have agreed to the deal arising out of the Acas talks and will be recommending the proposal to Lindsey contractors and workers on Thursday 5 February. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2139 html/text 2009-02-04T16:25:11Z 2009-02-04T16:01:41Z 2009-02-04T16:51:09Z 2108-02-04T16:01:41Z Double-A Lindsey Oil Refinery worker protests National Officers and shop stewards have agreed to the deal arising out of the Acas talks and will be recommending the proposal to Lindsey contractors and workers on Thursday 5 February. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2138 Acas has been asked by the Government to look into the facts surrounding the unofficial strike action which has spread from the Lindsey refinery in Lincolnshire. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2138 html/text 2009-02-03T12:56:56Z 2009-02-03T12:31:50Z 2009-02-03T12:57:51Z 2108-02-03T12:31:50Z Double-A Acas investigate facts behind 'wildcat' strikes Acas has been asked by the Government to look into the facts surrounding the unofficial strike action which has spread from the Lindsey refinery in Lincolnshire. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2132 The law is changing and Acas has produced a revised Code of Practice and other non-statutory guidance. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2132 html/text 2009-01-19T08:46:50Z 2009-01-19T08:30:03Z 2009-01-30T09:38:51Z 2108-01-19T08:30:03Z Double-A Discipline and Grievance - prepare now with Acas training The law is changing and Acas has produced a revised Code of Practice and other non-statutory guidance. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2124 Acas has produced a draft guide to go along with our draft Discipline and Grievance Code of Practice released last week. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2124 html/text 2008-12-17T17:02:15Z 2008-12-17T16:29:48Z 2008-12-17T17:02:15Z 2107-12-17T16:29:48Z Double-A Discipline and Grievance draft Code of Practice guide is now available Acas has produced a draft guide to go along with our draft Discipline and Grievance Code of Practice released last week. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2123 Acas, the employment relations service, is today issuing a revised code of practice on time off for trade union activities and duties for consultation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2123 html/text 2008-12-15T13:00:45Z 2008-12-15T12:49:05Z 2008-12-15T16:01:18Z 2107-12-15T12:49:05Z Double-A Acas launches consultation for revised draft time off code Acas, the employment relations service, is today issuing a revised code of practice on time off for trade union activities and duties for consultation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2120 The number of businesses and employees seeking advice on redundancy, lay-offs and business transfers hit a high in November, according to new figures released by Acas, the employment relations service. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2120 html/text 2008-11-28T13:10:37Z 2008-12-02T09:05:32Z 2008-12-02T14:17:31Z 2107-11-28T13:05:32Z Double-A Businesses and employees turn to Acas as demand for advice on redundancy and lay-offs rises The number of businesses and employees seeking advice on redundancy, lay-offs and business transfers hit a high in November, according to new figures released by Acas, the employment relations service. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2116 As a result of extremely high demand on our services, some callers may find that they are unable to get though to our Helpline. In some cases this may mean calling at a different time of day. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2116 html/text 2008-11-13T15:49:44Z 2008-11-13T15:38:55Z 2008-11-13T15:49:44Z 2107-11-13T15:38:55Z Double-A High demand for Helpline services As a result of extremely high demand on our services, some callers may find that they are unable to get though to our Helpline. In some cases this may mean calling at a different time of day. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2114 Acas's revised Code of Practice has been approved by the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform. It will now be put before Parliament for its approval until which time it will remain a draft. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2114 html/text 2008-11-07T12:40:43Z 2008-11-07T12:16:35Z 2009-03-12T15:37:19Z 2107-11-07T12:16:35Z Double-A Discipline and Grievance Code of Practice Update Acas's revised Code of Practice has been approved by the Secretary of State for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform. It will now be put before Parliament for its approval until which time it will remain a draft. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2110 Acas Scotland has launched a new series of training events which explain the changes to the way workplace disputes will be resolved in the future. All businesses will need to know about these important changes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2110 html/text 2008-10-21T15:33:38Z 2008-10-21T14:56:47Z 2008-10-21T15:35:35Z 2107-10-21T14:56:47Z Double-A Acas Scotland launches a new series of training events Acas Scotland has launched a new series of training events which explain the changes to the way workplace disputes will be resolved in the future. All businesses will need to know about these important changes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2105 Acas will deliver a series of events on the new Dispute Resolution Regulations in conjunction with the EEF, the manufacturers' organisation. Keynote speakers include Sir Michael Gibbons and the Acas Chair, Ed Sweeney. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2105 html/text 2008-09-22T16:56:03Z 2008-09-22T16:47:26Z 2008-09-22T17:15:10Z 2107-09-22T16:47:26Z Double-A Discipline and Grievance - a new approach Acas will deliver a series of events on the new Dispute Resolution Regulations in conjunction with the EEF, the manufacturers' organisation. Keynote speakers include Sir Michael Gibbons and the Acas Chair, Ed Sweeney. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2103 The 190,000 individual employment tribunal claims in 2007/2008 could have been reduced by more effective use of workplace mediation according to a new guide from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and Acas. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2103 html/text 2008-09-17T11:53:31Z 2008-09-17T11:50:14Z 2008-10-06T17:08:10Z 2107-09-17T11:50:14Z Double-A New Acas guide champions mediation The 190,000 individual employment tribunal claims in 2007/2008 could have been reduced by more effective use of workplace mediation according to a new guide from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and Acas. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2100 Ed Sweeney, Chair of Acas, today spoke at the Chemical Industries Association's fringe meeting at the TUC Congress in Brighton on Industrial Relations. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2100 html/text 2008-09-08T12:09:34Z 2008-09-08T12:05:45Z 2008-09-08T12:51:22Z 2107-09-08T12:05:45Z Double-A Acas chair applauds Chemical Industry's approach to workplace relations at the TUC Congress Ed Sweeney, Chair of Acas, today spoke at the Chemical Industries Association's fringe meeting at the TUC Congress in Brighton on Industrial Relations. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2096 Acas, the employment relations service, has launched a new guide to help make businesses less vulnerable to equal pay claims through the use of job evaluation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2096 html/text 2008-09-01T11:40:44Z 2008-09-01T11:34:21Z 2008-09-01T11:47:24Z 2107-09-01T11:34:21Z Double-A Acas urges businesses to avoid tribunal claims by establishing fair pay and grading systems Acas, the employment relations service, has launched a new guide to help make businesses less vulnerable to equal pay claims through the use of job evaluation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2094 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2094 html/text 2008-08-04T11:47:52Z 2008-08-04T11:44:37Z 2008-08-04T11:52:06Z 2107-08-04T11:44:37Z Double-A Acas http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2093 Acas, the employment relations service, today released new figures showing that employment tribunals and potential employment tribunal claims passed to Acas for conciliation rose a quarter (24.9%) on last year. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2093 html/text 2008-07-28T10:26:26Z 2008-07-28T10:20:35Z 2008-07-29T10:08:02Z 2107-07-28T10:20:35Z Double-A Acas exceeds targets in the face of rising employment tribunal claims Acas, the employment relations service, today released new figures showing that employment tribunals and potential employment tribunal claims passed to Acas for conciliation rose a quarter (24.9%) on last year. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2092 On Tuesday 12th August the Acas office in Nottingham is opening its doors and welcoming employers to find out more about the work we do and learn how we can help businesses. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2092 html/text 2008-07-17T12:14:35Z 2008-07-17T12:09:07Z 2008-07-17T12:45:10Z 2107-07-17T12:09:07Z Double-A Acas East Midlands Open Day On Tuesday 12th August the Acas office in Nottingham is opening its doors and welcoming employers to find out more about the work we do and learn how we can help businesses. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2091 Acas, the employment relations service, is urging small businesses to avoid the risk of facing employment tribunals by considering mediation earlier when solving workplace disputes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2091 html/text 2008-07-16T13:22:05Z 2008-07-16T13:05:40Z 2008-07-16T14:33:38Z 2107-07-16T13:05:40Z Double-A Acas urges small businesses to avoid tribunal costs with early mediation Acas, the employment relations service, is urging small businesses to avoid the risk of facing employment tribunals by considering mediation earlier when solving workplace disputes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2080 Since issuing a draft of its revised code of practice on discipline and grievance for formal consultation, Acas has been working on more detailed non-statutory guidance on handling discipline and grievances in the workplace. The guidance, which is designed to support the code, is now available. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2080 html/text 2008-06-12T13:06:21Z 2008-06-12T13:04:27Z 2008-06-12T13:27:06Z 2107-06-12T13:04:27Z Double-A Acas consults on non-statutory discipline and grievance guidance Since issuing a draft of its revised code of practice on discipline and grievance for formal consultation, Acas has been working on more detailed non-statutory guidance on handling discipline and grievances in the workplace. The guidance, which is designed to support the code, is now available. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2075 Three million people in the UK are juggling work with caring responsibilities. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2075 html/text 2008-06-09T17:39:46Z 2008-06-09T16:56:12Z 2008-06-10T14:44:57Z 2107-06-09T16:56:12Z Double-A Carers week 9th June: Acas urges businesses to help employees who juggle work and caring responsibilities Three million people in the UK are juggling work with caring responsibilities. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2062 Acas, the leading organisation for employment relations advice in Britain, are looking for disabled people to help them review their activities to ensure they comply with Disability legislation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2062 html/text 2008-05-20T15:44:26Z 2008-05-20T05:00:00Z 2008-05-21T09:32:44Z 2107-05-20T15:22:16Z Double-A Disabled People's Involvement Forum Acas, the leading organisation for employment relations advice in Britain, are looking for disabled people to help them review their activities to ensure they comply with Disability legislation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2060 Today Acas issues a revised code of practice on discipline and grievance for public consultation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2060 html/text 2008-05-02T11:03:32Z 2008-05-02T11:02:54Z 2008-05-13T16:13:33Z 2107-05-02T11:02:54Z Double-A Acas launches consultation on revised discipline and grievance code Today Acas issues a revised code of practice on discipline and grievance for public consultation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2057 Acas, the employment relations experts, today re-launched its website www.acas.org.uk with new features for HR professionals, employers and employees. There are also regional pages to provide businesses with details of training and services on offer in their area. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2057 html/text 2008-04-29T11:04:42Z 2008-04-29T10:50:48Z 2008-06-10T14:34:02Z 2107-04-29T10:50:48Z Double-A New Acas website puts customers first Acas, the employment relations experts, today re-launched its website www.acas.org.uk with new features for HR professionals, employers and employees. There are also regional pages to provide businesses with details of training and services on offer in their area. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2054 At conciliation talks held at the offices of Acas over two days, 22and 23rd of April, although the parties have not come to an agreement, time has been spent addressing the issue of the safety and integrity of the Grangemouth site. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2054 html/text 2008-04-24T11:14:31Z 2008-04-24T10:45:06Z 2008-04-25T11:39:55Z 2107-04-24T10:45:06Z Double-A Acas press statement: Grangemouth oil refinery dispute At conciliation talks held at the offices of Acas over two days, 22and 23rd of April, although the parties have not come to an agreement, time has been spent addressing the issue of the safety and integrity of the Grangemouth site. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2053 Mental health in the workplace: spotting signs of depression - Research shows that bosses underestimate how much their colleagues and employees are suffering from stress, anxiety and depression. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2053 html/text 2008-04-16T11:54:44Z 2008-04-16T11:31:18Z 2008-04-29T11:48:54Z 2107-04-16T11:31:18Z Double-A Mental health in the workplace: Depression Awareness Week Mental health in the workplace: spotting signs of depression - Research shows that bosses underestimate how much their colleagues and employees are suffering from stress, anxiety and depression. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2043 Up to October 2004, Acas had a duty to offer conciliation in nearly all claims made to an employment tribunal until all matters of liability and remedy had been determined. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2043 html/text 2008-04-03T16:54:03Z 2008-04-03T16:52:55Z 2008-04-03T16:57:45Z 2107-04-03T16:52:55Z Double-A Acas conciliation after the fixed period has ended Up to October 2004, Acas had a duty to offer conciliation in nearly all claims made to an employment tribunal until all matters of liability and remedy had been determined. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2039 Yes, work can be good for your health. As well as a financial reward it gives many of us self-esteem, companionship and status. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2039 html/text 2008-04-02T10:26:07Z 2008-04-02T10:24:06Z 2009-03-19T17:14:43Z 2107-04-02T10:24:06Z Double-A Health, work and wellbeing (HWWB) - Is work good for your health? Yes, work can be good for your health. As well as a financial reward it gives many of us self-esteem, companionship and status. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2037 New advice published following review by National Director for Health & Work. Acas is urging businesses to save money and reduce absenteeism by focusing on ensuring employees are healthy at work. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2037 html/text 2008-03-28T11:13:37Z 2008-03-28T11:12:32Z 2008-06-20T16:11:25Z 2107-03-28T11:12:32Z Double-A Acas urges UK businesses to keep healthy New advice published following review by National Director for Health & Work. Acas is urging businesses to save money and reduce absenteeism by focusing on ensuring employees are healthy at work. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2025 Gareth Petty and Hywel Hopkin recently visited Bulgaria to give employers and employee representatives training on 'Social Dialogue'. Recently admitted to the European Union, they were keen for us to share our experiences in employee relations. Social Dialogue can be defined as any interaction between managers and employees or between different groups of workers. The programme was designed to maximise involvement, and proved to be an enjoyable new experience for the delegates. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2025 html/text 2008-03-04T15:17:38Z 2008-03-04T15:17:22Z 2008-06-17T17:05:46Z 2107-03-04T15:17:22Z Double-A Acas Wales reaches new frontiers Gareth Petty and Hywel Hopkin recently visited Bulgaria to give employers and employee representatives training on 'Social Dialogue'. Recently admitted to the European Union, they were keen for us to share our experiences in employee relations. Social Dialogue can be defined as any interaction between managers and employees or between different groups of workers. The programme was designed to maximise involvement, and proved to be an enjoyable new experience for the delegates. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2024 The new Equality and Human Rights Commission is now established and the changes to the National Minimum Wage and annual leave entitlement have bedded in. What better time to look at some of the issues that might be holding back your organisation and contributing to the record numbers of employment tribunal claims recently announced? This month we focus on three areas: bullying, stress and equality. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2024 html/text 2008-03-04T15:17:03Z 2008-03-04T15:16:36Z 2008-06-17T17:16:24Z 2107-03-04T15:16:36Z Double-A Reducing employment tribunal claims The new Equality and Human Rights Commission is now established and the changes to the National Minimum Wage and annual leave entitlement have bedded in. What better time to look at some of the issues that might be holding back your organisation and contributing to the record numbers of employment tribunal claims recently announced? This month we focus on three areas: bullying, stress and equality. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2023 Our training coordinator for mediation, Barry Welsh, has been busy testing local interest in workplace mediation services among public and private sector bodies. Already several large organisations have signed up to develop their own in-house capacity. We expect this interest to continue increasing. Barry says: "...more forward-thinking companies that value their reputation as caring employers are focusing their minds in the wake of the Gibbons Review on Dispute Resolution." http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2023 html/text 2008-03-04T15:16:29Z 2008-03-04T15:15:51Z 2008-06-17T17:08:10Z 2107-03-04T15:15:51Z Double-A Time for change? Acas helps region's firms find an alternative Our training coordinator for mediation, Barry Welsh, has been busy testing local interest in workplace mediation services among public and private sector bodies. Already several large organisations have signed up to develop their own in-house capacity. We expect this interest to continue increasing. Barry says: "...more forward-thinking companies that value their reputation as caring employers are focusing their minds in the wake of the Gibbons Review on Dispute Resolution." http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2022 Conflict at work is likely to arise at some point. For employers, it takes up valuable time and can mean lost productivity or poor customer service, not to mention stress for those managing the situation and those caught up in it. Unresolved conflict is one of the most negative influences in an organisation and handling conflict is one of the most testing. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2022 html/text 2008-03-04T15:15:04Z 2008-03-04T15:14:45Z 2008-06-17T17:03:49Z 2107-03-04T15:14:45Z Double-A Resolving conflict is essential for the successful organisation Conflict at work is likely to arise at some point. For employers, it takes up valuable time and can mean lost productivity or poor customer service, not to mention stress for those managing the situation and those caught up in it. Unresolved conflict is one of the most negative influences in an organisation and handling conflict is one of the most testing. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2021 We've joined forces with Capital Law LLP to run training sessions for businesses in the South West. Our partnership will mean that we can combine our trusted knowledge of all aspects of employment relations with Capital Law's specialist legal and commercial expertise. This represents a fantastic opportunity to access a wider range of information than ever before on an Acas course, within the same supportive and friendly environment. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2021 html/text 2008-03-04T15:14:32Z 2008-03-04T15:13:57Z 2009-06-01T12:06:10Z 2107-03-04T15:13:57Z Double-A Acas South West teams up with law firm We've joined forces with Capital Law LLP to run training sessions for businesses in the South West. Our partnership will mean that we can combine our trusted knowledge of all aspects of employment relations with Capital Law's specialist legal and commercial expertise. This represents a fantastic opportunity to access a wider range of information than ever before on an Acas course, within the same supportive and friendly environment. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom The Cube, 123 Albion Street , Leeds, LS2 8ER, United Kingdom http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2020 Doing and saying the right thing at work doesn't come naturally to a lot of us: those in charge of others deserve particular time, attention and development. Do your supervisors know how to talk to staff? Can they deal with personality clashes, or make them worse? The costs of supervisors getting it wrong can be high in staff relationships, senior management time, company reputation and even tribunal awards. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2020 html/text 2008-03-04T15:13:44Z 2008-03-04T15:12:59Z 2008-03-20T11:34:18Z 2107-03-04T15:12:59Z Double-A Supervisors deserve VIP status! Doing and saying the right thing at work doesn't come naturally to a lot of us: those in charge of others deserve particular time, attention and development. Do your supervisors know how to talk to staff? Can they deal with personality clashes, or make them worse? The costs of supervisors getting it wrong can be high in staff relationships, senior management time, company reputation and even tribunal awards. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2019 Are you enmeshed in the middle of a dispute where both sides are reluctant to give any ground? Collective conciliation isn't just for large companies like British Airways or the BBC, it can be adapted to help any employers and employee representative bodies settle their differences. The long-standing dispute between Unite and Fujitsu was officially signed off on 20 September 2007 with the assistance of our collective conciliator, Brian Sykes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2019 html/text 2008-03-04T15:12:05Z 2008-03-04T15:11:29Z 2008-06-17T17:01:06Z 2107-03-04T15:11:29Z Double-A Acas collective conciliation may be able to help you Are you enmeshed in the middle of a dispute where both sides are reluctant to give any ground? Collective conciliation isn't just for large companies like British Airways or the BBC, it can be adapted to help any employers and employee representative bodies settle their differences. The long-standing dispute between Unite and Fujitsu was officially signed off on 20 September 2007 with the assistance of our collective conciliator, Brian Sykes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2018 Workplace disputes are costly for employers. They often result in absence or the loss of valued employees, which means lost productivity and stress for employers, managers and employees. Mediation is an informal and economic way to help people sort out differences quickly. It's flexible and can be tailored to fit specific circumstances. At Acas we have an excellent track record in helping resolve disputes and giving mediation training. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2018 html/text 2008-03-04T15:11:24Z 2008-03-04T15:10:43Z 2009-05-07T14:17:04Z 2107-03-04T15:10:43Z Double-A Conflict at work? We can help you resolve it Workplace disputes are costly for employers. They often result in absence or the loss of valued employees, which means lost productivity and stress for employers, managers and employees. Mediation is an informal and economic way to help people sort out differences quickly. It's flexible and can be tailored to fit specific circumstances. At Acas we have an excellent track record in helping resolve disputes and giving mediation training. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2017 Following the success of our 'Having difficult conversations' training, we've decided to follow it up with a new one-day event focusing on top tips for managers. This takes a broad approach to management and explores the common pitfalls. Howard Yearwood, our Training Manager, explains, "My aim is to give delegates an approach to management which will make a practical difference to their working life and those of their employees." http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2017 html/text 2008-03-04T15:10:38Z 2008-03-04T15:10:05Z 2008-06-17T17:06:42Z 2107-03-04T15:10:05Z Double-A Tip top advice for managers Following the success of our 'Having difficult conversations' training, we've decided to follow it up with a new one-day event focusing on top tips for managers. This takes a broad approach to management and explores the common pitfalls. Howard Yearwood, our Training Manager, explains, "My aim is to give delegates an approach to management which will make a practical difference to their working life and those of their employees." http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2016 Our tenth edition focuses on the Acas Model Workplace: what it is, how it operates and how it can benefit your organisation, with a case study on the tangible benefits it has achieved for a local company. Discover how you can mix and match the elements of the Acas Model Workplace. As our case study demonstrates, small changes can make a big difference. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=2016 html/text 2008-03-04T15:09:54Z 2008-03-04T15:08:29Z 2008-06-17T17:08:53Z 2107-03-04T15:08:29Z Double-A 10th edition of the East of England newsletter Our tenth edition focuses on the Acas Model Workplace: what it is, how it operates and how it can benefit your organisation, with a case study on the tangible benefits it has achieved for a local company. Discover how you can mix and match the elements of the Acas Model Workplace. As our case study demonstrates, small changes can make a big difference. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1328 Every pound of taxpayers' money invested in employment relations service creates over £16 return http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1328 html/text 2007-11-13T12:54:50Z 2007-11-14T08:00:00Z 2008-06-17T17:12:24Z 2106-11-14T12:32:25Z Double-A Independent study reveals Acas adds £800m to UK economy Every pound of taxpayers' money invested in employment relations service creates over £16 return http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1324 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1324 html/text 2007-10-22T17:09:41Z 2007-10-22T16:11:25Z 2008-06-24T16:37:44Z 2106-10-22T16:11:25Z Double-A Research shows that seeking early advice averts tribunals http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1323 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1323 html/text 2007-10-04T11:00:04Z 2007-10-04T10:45:00Z 2008-06-24T16:37:26Z 2106-10-04T10:45:00Z Double-A In response to Insurance Day magazine http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1322 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1322 html/text 2007-10-01T11:03:56Z 2007-10-01T10:54:26Z 2008-06-24T16:36:43Z 2106-10-01T10:54:26Z Double-A Acas offers holiday help as minimum allowance increases http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1321 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1321 html/text 2007-09-11T10:07:07Z 2007-09-11T09:53:32Z 2008-06-24T16:36:12Z 2106-09-11T09:53:32Z Double-A Acas Chair calls for significant changes to dispute resolution procedures http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1318 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1318 html/text 2007-08-22T16:18:59Z 2007-08-22T13:56:05Z 2008-06-24T16:35:42Z 2106-08-22T13:56:05Z Double-A New Acas e-learning helps employers get it right on age http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1312 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1312 html/text 2007-07-24T15:00:52Z 2007-07-24T14:38:12Z 2008-06-24T16:35:19Z 2106-07-24T14:38:12Z Double-A Demand for Acas services continues to grow http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1311 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1311 html/text 2007-07-18T17:45:57Z 2007-07-18T17:19:52Z 2008-06-24T16:31:24Z 2106-07-18T17:19:52Z Double-A Acas opens debate on managing attendance in the public sector http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1302 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1302 html/text 2007-06-29T15:21:41Z 2007-06-29T15:15:14Z 2008-06-24T16:31:01Z 2106-06-29T15:15:14Z Double-A Acas widens its conciliation service to tribunal appeal cases http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1261 Six months on and only 17% of businesses have adopted recruitment and employment changes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1261 html/text 2007-04-12T16:40:32Z 2007-04-12T16:30:11Z 2008-03-04T10:42:20Z 2106-04-12T16:30:11Z Double-A Acas publishes new guidance to help managers manage conflict at work effectively Six months on and only 17% of businesses have adopted recruitment and employment changes. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1259 Acas, Britain's leading employment relations service, has published a new booklet - Flexible working and work-life balance - to help employers and employees understand how flexible working can benefit their workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1259 html/text 2007-04-05T11:27:41Z 2007-04-05T11:19:09Z 2008-03-14T11:11:42Z 2106-04-05T11:19:09Z Double-A Acas publishes new guidance to help managers manage conflict at work effectively Acas, Britain's leading employment relations service, has published a new booklet - Flexible working and work-life balance - to help employers and employees understand how flexible working can benefit their workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1258 Today, 2 April 2007, Acas presented their research results on the impact of the Sexual Orientation Regulations and the Religion or Belief Regulations 2003. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1258 html/text 2007-04-03T10:16:47Z 2007-04-03T09:33:13Z 2008-03-04T10:36:45Z 2106-04-03T09:33:13Z Double-A Acas publishes new guidance to help managers manage conflict at work effectively Today, 2 April 2007, Acas presented their research results on the impact of the Sexual Orientation Regulations and the Religion or Belief Regulations 2003. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1257 Following a wide-ranging independent review by Michael Gibbons on improving the way employment disputes are resolved, Acas is pleased that the review is moving forward. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1257 html/text 2007-03-22T16:14:08Z 2007-03-22T16:07:30Z 2008-03-04T10:33:35Z 2106-03-22T16:07:30Z Double-A Acas publishes new guidance to help managers manage conflict at work effectively Following a wide-ranging independent review by Michael Gibbons on improving the way employment disputes are resolved, Acas is pleased that the review is moving forward. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1256 Acas, Britain's leading employment relations service, has published a new booklet - Managing conflict at work. The booklet is designed to help employers and employees better understand and manage conflict at work. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1256 html/text 2007-03-20T11:21:02Z 2007-03-20T11:03:28Z 2008-03-04T10:31:57Z 2106-03-20T11:03:28Z Double-A Acas publishes new guidance to help managers manage conflict at work effectively Acas, Britain's leading employment relations service, has published a new booklet - Managing conflict at work. The booklet is designed to help employers and employees better understand and manage conflict at work. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1248 Professor John Purcell, a leading authority on people management and employment relations, has recently joined Acas' strategy team as an academic adviser. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1248 html/text 2007-03-16T12:24:54Z 2007-03-16T12:23:12Z 2008-12-17T17:26:18Z 2106-03-16T12:23:12Z Double-A Professor John Purcell joins Acas Professor John Purcell, a leading authority on people management and employment relations, has recently joined Acas' strategy team as an academic adviser. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts West Midlands East Midlands National West Midlands, East Midlands, National West Midlands, East Midlands, National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1247 Acas, the employment relations service, today launched a new tool for businesses to check how they currently share information and consult with their employees. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1247 html/text 2007-03-13T16:57:53Z 2007-03-13T17:30:00Z 2008-03-04T10:30:00Z 2106-03-13T16:47:40Z Double-A Acas launches new information and consultation health check Acas, the employment relations service, today launched a new tool for businesses to check how they currently share information and consult with their employees. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1240 Acas today launched a new free online course to help employers avoid discrimination in the workplace on the grounds of religion or belief. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1240 html/text 2007-03-07T14:16:38Z 2007-03-07T13:57:51Z 2008-03-04T10:28:13Z 2106-03-07T13:57:51Z Double-A Acas launches new e-learning on religion or belief Acas today launched a new free online course to help employers avoid discrimination in the workplace on the grounds of religion or belief. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1303 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1303 html/text 2007-07-02T12:00:52Z 2007-01-01T11:43:53Z 2008-06-10T14:57:22Z 2099-12-30T11:43:53Z Double-A Acas' response to the Government's Review of Dispute Resolution http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1214 Acas today published its latest policy discussion paper which finds there continues to be myths and misconceptions surrounding equality and diversity issues in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1214 html/text 2006-12-07T15:28:58Z 2006-12-07T15:24:26Z 2008-03-04T10:07:52Z 2105-12-07T15:24:26Z Double-A Acas survey finds employers confused over equality and diversity issues Acas today published its latest policy discussion paper which finds there continues to be myths and misconceptions surrounding equality and diversity issues in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1210 The following is a letter sent by John Taylor, Acas Chief Executive, to the Editor of The Daily Mail in response to their front page story ('Bah Humbug' 29/11/06) about Acas' Christmas party advice. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1210 html/text 2006-11-29T16:17:17Z 2006-11-29T16:02:45Z 2008-03-04T10:12:14Z 2105-11-29T16:02:45Z Double-A John Taylor's response to The Daily Mail The following is a letter sent by John Taylor, Acas Chief Executive, to the Editor of The Daily Mail in response to their front page story ('Bah Humbug' 29/11/06) about Acas' Christmas party advice. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1207 In just over seven years, only a fifth of the workforce will be white, able-bodied, male and under 45. This is the fact that has driven Acas, Britain's leading employment relations advisers, to develop its first free equality and diversity online learning tool. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1207 html/text 2006-11-01T14:17:34Z 2006-11-01T14:07:44Z 2008-03-04T09:55:41Z 2105-11-01T14:07:44Z Double-A Why equality and diversity is a key issue in today's workplace In just over seven years, only a fifth of the workforce will be white, able-bodied, male and under 45. This is the fact that has driven Acas, Britain's leading employment relations advisers, to develop its first free equality and diversity online learning tool. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1202 Rita Donaghy, Acas Chair, today called upon employers and employees to work together and resolve workplace disputes as early as possible. Left unresolved, disagreements can damage workplace relationships which can affect business efficiency. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1202 html/text 2006-10-18T15:40:08Z 2006-10-18T15:16:39Z 2008-12-17T17:27:26Z 2105-10-18T15:16:39Z Double-A Acas Chair calls for employers to resolve disputes earlier Rita Donaghy, Acas Chair, today called upon employers and employees to work together and resolve workplace disputes as early as possible. Left unresolved, disagreements can damage workplace relationships which can affect business efficiency. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1194 Acas, Britain's leading employment organisation, has warned businesses that ageism is not exclusive to the older generation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1194 html/text 2006-09-11T11:01:28Z 2006-09-11T10:54:26Z 2008-03-04T09:48:20Z 2105-09-11T10:54:26Z Double-A Acas warns employers not to ignore rights of younger workers as Age Discrimination Act comes into force Acas, Britain's leading employment organisation, has warned businesses that ageism is not exclusive to the older generation. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1106 Today Acas published its 2005/06 annual report which shows record numbers of people using its helpline and website services to get the latest advice and guidance on employment relations issues. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1106 html/text 2006-07-26T10:15:16Z 2006-07-26T09:52:51Z 2008-03-04T09:43:01Z 2105-07-26T09:52:51Z Double-A Demand for Acas services increases Today Acas published its 2005/06 annual report which shows record numbers of people using its helpline and website services to get the latest advice and guidance on employment relations issues. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Article National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1102 A growing number of businesses are turning to Acas for good employment relations advice, a recent employment relations survey shows. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1102 html/text 2006-07-05T12:16:15Z 2006-07-05T12:09:27Z 2008-06-24T16:30:28Z 2105-07-05T12:09:27Z Double-A More businesses realise benefit of Acas services A growing number of businesses are turning to Acas for good employment relations advice, a recent employment relations survey shows. The survey revealed a 60% increase in the proportion of businesses with 10 or more employees using Acas? expertise ? up from 16% to 26%. At the same time there was a general improvement in employers? behaviour in relation to employment practices with more managers? putting in place policies and procedures. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1048 Today Acas, Britain's leading employment relations organisation, launched new guidance to help employers and individuals understand how imminent age discrimination legislation will affect them. It comes with a stark warning - employers need to act now to beat the deadline - added 27 April 2006 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1048 html/text 2006-04-24T15:09:11Z 2006-04-27T00:01:46Z 2008-06-24T16:30:03Z 2105-04-24T14:48:46Z Double-A Acas warns - act now to meet age discrimination challenge Today Acas, Britain's leading employment relations organisation, launched new guidance to help employers and individuals understand how imminent age discrimination legislation will affect them. It comes with a stark warning - employers need to act now to beat the deadline. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1031 The Department of Trade and Industry has announced (20 March) increases to the national minimum wage. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1031 html/text 2006-03-20T14:33:09Z 2006-03-20T14:21:11Z 2008-06-24T16:29:14Z 2105-03-20T14:21:11Z Double-A Minimum wage increases The Department of Trade and Industry has announced (20 March) increases to the national minimum wage. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1025 If you would like to know how Acas conciliators can help you, then please watch this nine-minute video clip. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1025 html/text 2006-01-31T11:38:44Z 2006-01-26T12:01:05Z 2009-04-07T11:55:17Z 2105-01-26T12:01:05Z Double-A Want to know about Conciliation? If you would like to know how Acas conciliators can help you, then please watch this nine-minute video clip. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1013 The Trade and Industry Committee announced a short inquiry into the work of the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas), a Non-Departmental Public Body (NDPB) sponsored by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). This will be the first of a number of inquiries which the Committee intends to conduct into the DTI's Executive Agencies and NDPB http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1013 html/text 2006-01-05T11:24:25Z 2006-01-05T11:19:01Z 2009-04-07T11:54:36Z 2105-01-05T11:19:01Z Double-A The Work of the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service The Trade and Industry Committee announced a short inquiry into the work of the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas), a Non-Departmental Public Body (NDPB) sponsored by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). This will be the first of a number of inquiries which the Committee intends to conduct into the DTI's Executive Agencies and NDPB http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1004 This week, Acas celebrates its 30th anniversary. It was formed in 1975 at the height of industrial disputes and built its reputation on resolving them. Talks often continued far into the night, fuelled by beer (at 32 pence a pint) and sandwiches (46p per pound for cheese and 14p for a large loaf). http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1004 html/text 2005-12-05T14:41:59Z 2005-12-07T09:25:00Z 2009-04-07T11:53:42Z 2104-12-05T14:20:57Z Double-A Acas reaches 30th birthday with no beer and sandwiches to be seen This week, Acas celebrates its 30th anniversary. It was formed in 1975 at the height of industrial disputes and built its reputation on resolving them. Talks often continued far into the night, fuelled by beer (at 32 pence a pint) and sandwiches (46p per pound for cheese and 14p for a large loaf). http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1003 The new law coming in on 5 December on Civil Partnerships mean that employers will need to look at their systems and processes to ensure they are treating staff fairly and, just as importantly, make them aware of their new rights. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1003 html/text 2005-12-02T14:14:07Z 2005-12-02T14:12:30Z 2009-02-11T17:47:33Z 2104-12-02T14:12:30Z Double-A Acas alerts employers to new law on same-sex relationships rights The new law coming in on 5 December on Civil Partnerships mean that employers will need to look at their systems and processes to ensure they are treating staff fairly and, just as importantly, make them aware of their new rights. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=977 Acas today launched a new free e-learning course to help employers understand and prevent bullying in the workplace. This initiative is to coincide with Ban Bullying at Work day. Bullying at work has become a major cause of workplace stress resulting in 18 million days lost every year* http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=977 html/text 2005-10-27T13:32:12Z 2005-10-27T13:20:03Z 2009-02-11T17:47:00Z 2104-10-27T13:20:03Z Double-A Ban Bullying at Work day Acas today launched a new free e-learning course to help employers understand and prevent bullying in the workplace. This initiative is to coincide with Ban Bullying at Work day. Bullying at work has become a major cause of workplace stress resulting in 18 million days lost every year* http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=976 Acas is helping the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to reduce work-related stress in a pilot scheme involving 80 organisations from five key sectors - health, education, local government, central government and financial services. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=976 html/text 2005-10-27T11:05:06Z 2005-10-27T11:00:09Z 2009-02-11T17:46:30Z 2104-10-27T11:00:09Z Double-A National Stress Awareness Day Acas is helping the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to reduce work-related stress in a pilot scheme involving 80 organisations from five key sectors - health, education, local government, central government and financial services. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=962 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=962 html/text 2005-10-13T10:17:16Z 2005-10-13T10:16:32Z 2009-02-11T17:33:45Z 2104-10-13T10:16:32Z Double-A The Acas Model Workplace The Acas Model Workplace http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=943 Survey results show that flexible working has taken off. The number of workplaces offering staff the opportunity to work flexibly has almost doubled in the last six years, according to the authoritative Acas and DTI sponsored workplace employment relations survey (WERS), published today. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=943 html/text 2005-10-11T15:01:52Z 2005-10-12T14:57:26Z 2008-03-28T11:08:06Z 2104-10-11T14:57:26Z Double-A Survey results show that flexible working has taken off Survey results show that flexible working has taken off. The number of workplaces offering staff the opportunity to work flexibly has almost doubled in the last six years, according to the authoritative Acas and DTI sponsored workplace employment relations survey (WERS), published today. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=953 http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=953 html/text 2005-10-11T16:08:06Z 2005-10-11T16:05:47Z 2009-02-11T17:44:55Z 2104-10-11T16:05:47Z Double-A Acas calls for employers to beat skills shortages by making the most of older workers Acas calls for employers to beat skills shortages by making the most of older workers http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts East of England East of England East of England http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=952 Acas Chief Executive John Taylor welcomed the report on the difficulties faced by part-time workers - published today by the EOC - and pledged Acas' full help and support to help employers to extend flexible working within the UK labour force. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=952 html/text 2005-10-11T15:50:30Z 2005-10-11T15:44:45Z 2009-02-11T17:43:42Z 2104-10-11T15:44:45Z Double-A Part-time workers get full-time help Acas Chief Executive John Taylor welcomed the report on the difficulties faced by part-time workers - published today by the EOC - and pledged Acas' full help and support to help employers to extend flexible working within the UK labour force. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=951 A new initiative to encourage debate about key employment issues was launched today by Acas. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=951 html/text 2005-10-11T15:43:51Z 2005-10-11T15:40:16Z 2009-02-11T17:43:06Z 2104-10-11T15:40:16Z Double-A Acas opens debate on new ways of dealing with disputes A new initiative to encourage debate about key employment issues was launched today by Acas. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=950 Acas has found that low levels of understanding by both employers and employees is, alongside the cost, one of the key factors holding back equal pay. Evidence from Acas advisers on the ground confirmed that lack of information about equal pay legislation was second only to the financial implications as a reason for failure to take action on implementing equal pay. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=950 html/text 2005-10-11T15:39:52Z 2005-10-11T15:37:03Z 2009-02-11T17:41:36Z 2104-10-11T15:37:03Z Double-A Lack of knowledge is holding back equal pay for women says Acas' Acas has found that low levels of understanding by both employers and employees is, alongside the cost, one of the key factors holding back equal pay. Evidence from Acas advisers on the ground confirmed that lack of information about equal pay legislation was second only to the financial implications as a reason for failure to take action on implementing equal pay. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=949 Acas today launched a free e-learning package to help employers deal with working parents' rights in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=949 html/text 2005-10-11T15:36:32Z 2005-10-11T15:33:36Z 2009-03-17T15:59:33Z 2104-10-11T15:33:36Z Double-A Acas online to help businesses with Working Parents' Rights Acas today launched a free e-learning package to help employers deal with working parents' rights in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=948 Acas and the Future http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=948 html/text 2005-10-11T15:33:09Z 2005-10-11T15:31:31Z 2009-02-11T17:39:43Z 2104-10-11T15:31:31Z Double-A Secretary of State endorses Acas' role Acas and the Future http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=947 Acas advises firms to seize the opportunity http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=947 html/text 2005-10-11T15:30:55Z 2005-10-11T15:28:55Z 2009-02-11T17:39:24Z 2104-10-11T15:28:55Z Double-A New employee consultation rules Acas advises firms to seize the opportunity http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=946 Acas has appointed Dr Duncan Lewis of the University of Glamorgan Business School as its Professor of Workplace Futures. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=946 html/text 2005-10-11T15:28:33Z 2005-10-11T15:26:29Z 2009-02-11T17:38:40Z 2104-10-11T15:26:29Z Double-A Acas appoints professor of Workplace Futures Acas has appointed Dr Duncan Lewis of the University of Glamorgan Business School as its Professor of Workplace Futures. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=945 Acas has welcomed the publication of today's report on part-time and flexible working by the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) and looks forward to participating in the wide-ranging discussion it will promote. Acas continues to supply practical, independent advice and support to employers and employees across the UK who want to take advantage of flexible working. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=945 html/text 2005-10-11T15:26:02Z 2005-10-11T15:24:05Z 2008-11-13T15:38:35Z 2104-10-11T15:24:05Z Double-A Acas welcomes publication of EOC report on Flexible Working Acas has welcomed the publication of today's report on part-time and flexible working by the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) and looks forward to participating in the wide-ranging discussion it will promote. Acas continues to supply practical, independent advice and support to employers and employees across the UK who want to take advantage of flexible working. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=944 Acas has launched a range of tailor-made training and workshops to help public sector organisations manage change. This is accompanied by two publications - Working with you to manage change in the NHS and Working with you to manage change in local government - which include case studies. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=944 html/text 2005-10-11T15:07:15Z 2005-10-11T15:03:18Z 2008-06-10T15:25:41Z 2104-10-11T15:03:18Z Double-A Acas helps deliver public service reform Acas has launched a range of tailor-made training and workshops to help public sector organisations manage change. This is accompanied by two publications - Working with you to manage change in the NHS and Working with you to manage change in local government - which include case studies. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=942 Acas today published its corporate plan which outlines its strategic aims and plans for improving employment relations in Britain. The Acas plan of action to 2007/08 explains how future services, resources and targets will contribute to getting it right in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=942 html/text 2005-10-11T14:57:03Z 2005-10-11T14:50:10Z 2008-03-28T11:07:26Z 2104-10-11T14:50:10Z Double-A Acas sets out three year plan to improve the World of Work Acas today published its corporate plan which outlines its strategic aims and plans for improving employment relations in Britain. The Acas plan of action to 2007/08 explains how future services, resources and targets will contribute to getting it right in the workplace. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=292 The Acas Model Workplace, a 'key points' plan which identifies the features of an effective workplace and provides guidance to help businesses achieve the key points, was launched today. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=292 html/text 2005-02-22T09:50:06Z 2005-02-22T09:48:44Z 2009-02-11T17:46:01Z 2104-02-22T09:48:44Z Double-A Acas launches new aid to business competitiveness and customer service The Acas Model Workplace, a ?key points? plan which identifies the features of an effective workplace and provides guidance to help businesses achieve the key points, was launched today. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=234 Today Acas helped to launch a new DVD which is designed to guide employers and individuals through the employment tribunal process. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=234 html/text 2004-10-28T14:42:45Z 2004-10-28T14:41:20Z 2009-02-11T17:45:24Z 2103-10-28T14:41:20Z Double-A Acas helps to launch new employment tribunal DVD Today Acas helped to launch a new DVD which is designed to guide employers and individuals through the employment tribunal process. http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=155 eng Copyright 2009 Accounts National National National