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Employers get help for maze of business transactions

Recent regulations on the transfer of business and the protection of employees (TUPE) are proving complex and confusing for employers who are running the risk of inadvertent pitfalls, according to EEF Northern, the manufacturers’ organisation. If employers fail to keep staff informed about the transfer, they could face a penalty of 13 weeks pay per employee. In addition, if an employee is dismissed when a tribunal decides they should have been transferred the new employer could face a claim for almost £70,000. EEF Northern have published a guide to help companies understand their obligations under the new regulations.

Alan Hall, EEF Northern Director, said: “TUPE is a complex and daunting area of employment law with poorly drafted Regulations which can be difficult to understand and apply. Our aim is to clearly explain the pitfalls and give practical guidance on how to avoid them.”

EEF Northern believe that the guide, Business Transfers and Contracting - A Practical Guide to TUPE, is an essential read for HR professionals and managers. For more information about the guide, visit www.eef.org.uk.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .