Recommended for:
The Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE course is suitable for HR practitioners who are responsible for employment law issues within their organisation’s policies and procedures, and those wishing to enhance their existing skills and knowledge. Some prior knowledge of TUPE is assumed.
Course overview:
Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE is a 2-day course which provides you with the opportunity to review the new law on transfers of undertakings and then apply it in a practical way. The Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE course identifies good HR practice in this area and assists you in developing a legally compliant strategy for dealing with transfers.
During the Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE course, a case study of an organisation undergoing a transfer of the undertaking is used to ensure that you understand the legal framework and the HR issues surrounding business transfers.
Course benefits:
By the end of the Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE course you will be able to:
- advise on and apply the key legal principles covered by TUPE
- manage a business transfer effectively
- promote HR best practice.
Additional information:
In-house training
Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE can also be provided in-house. This is a cost-effective approach if you have a number of people who require training. You choose where and when you want our trainers to deliver. We can also tailor the Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE course content to suit your precise organisation needs.
To speak to an adviser about your particular requirements call our in-house training team on +44 (0)20 8612 6202.
Course title:
Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE
Duration:
2 days (Non-residential)
Dates and prices:
5 March 2012, Londonavailability: 
Non-member price: £910 + VAT
26 June 2012, Londonavailability: Non-member price: £910 + VAT
20 September 2012, Londonavailability: Non-member price: £910 + VAT
27 November 2012, Londonavailability: Non-member price: £910 + VAT
In-house training
The Applied Transfer of Undertakings: TUPE course can also be provided in-house. This is a cost-effective approach if you have a number of people who require training. You choose where and when you want our trainers to deliver. We will also tailor the course content to suit your precise organisation needs.
To speak to an advisor about your particular requirements call our In-house team on +44 (0)20 8612 6202.
PROGRAMME
Introduction
- background, context and purpose
- TUPE Regulations 2006
What is the transfer of an undertaking?
- when does TUPE apply?
- the standard definition
- service provision changes (outsourcing and contract changeover)
- guidelines for determining whether there is a transfer of an undertaking
Managing business transfers
- who is covered?
- who transfers?
- what transfers?
Employee rights and TUPE
- the right to refuse to transfer
- dismissals and automatically unfair dismissals
- changing terms and conditions
- ETO reasons
- practical considerations
Employee Information
Collective issues
- Information and Consultation
- rights and responsibilities
- effective consultation
- remedies
TUPE in practice
- due diligence
- disclosure of information
- warranties
- indemnities
- contractual considerations and safeguards
Managing and change process
- the communications process
- internal and external
- handling the media
Case study
You will work through case studies involving both the analysis and management of a business transfer. Discussions will focus on identifying the relevant TUPE-related issues, understanding and managing legal risk and achieving practical and cost-effective solutions in line with best practice.