As organisations undergo increasing change, restructuring is becoming an integral part of the everyday working world. This update will examine the legal aspects of restructuring, focusing on the employment law challenges for employers.
Chair: Toni McAlindin, Employment Law Adviser and Trainer
09:30-10:20
Managing Redundancy
- the selection process: selection tools and criteria
- finding suitable alternative employment
- avoiding unfair dismissal claims.
David Fisher, Partner, Nabarro
10:20-11:10
The Consultation Process
- the duty to consult – when and how does it apply?
- TUPE and collective redundancy
- the Information and Consultation Regulations.
Alistair Woodland, Partner, Clifford Chance LLP
11:10-11:30
Coffee
11:30-12:30
TUPE and Outsourcing
- when does TUPE apply?
- the retendering process: first and second generation of contracts
- change of contracts under TUPE
- dealing with two workforces.
Patrick Brodie, Partner, Employment, Wragge & Co, LLP
12:30-13:30
Lunch and networking
13:30-14:15
The Role of HR in a Merger – public sector case study
- communication and consultation
- TUPE: practical lessons learnt
- creating new terms and conditions
- reward packages and pensions.
Helga Breen, Partner, Lawrence Graham LLP
14:15-15:00
The Role of HR in a Merger – private sector case study
- developing and delivering business strategy through mergers and acquisitions
- the role of HR in engaging employees
- key lessons learnt.
Justin Hastings, Vice President Organisation Capability and Mergers and Acquisitions, BT
15:00-15:20
Tea and networking
15:20-16:30
Changing the Employment Contract
- drafting the new employment contract
- harmonisation of terms and conditions
- avoiding unfair dismissal and breach of contract claims
- constructive dismissal.
Toni McAlindin, Employment Law Adviser and Trainer
16:30
Close of conference