Chelmsford HR Forum

It ain't over 'til it's over

Who the event is aimed at

A group for HR & L&D professionals. We connect local HR professionals together to discuss topical matters which will affect the business. We will also be able to discuss and comment on issues that matter to you.

Topic

With a change in the law affecting tax treatment of payment in lieu of notice and a number of cases related to the timing of and communication of notice, we will consider some of the key issues around termination of employment.

With the change in the law first announced in the 2016 Budget finally coming into force, PILON’s can no longer be paid tax free. This is a significant change and the implications need to be properly understood by any HR professional involved with the drafting of contracts and negotiating settlement agreements.

The case of Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust v Haywood has confirmed the long held view that notice to terminate employment will only be effective when the employee reads the notice, unless the employer has expressly provided to the contrary. Employers need to carefully consider the wording of their contracts in light of this ruling.

As well as the matters above we will also consider some common pitfalls for employers in dealing with and negotiating settlement agreements.

Timing

8.00am - Registration
8.15am - Session starts
9.30am - Close

Speaker – Martin Hopkins, Partner and Head of Employment 
Martin has a wide experience of acting on behalf of both employer and employee although his practice is now predominantly in employer support. He is able to undertake all aspects of employment related legal work from drafting contracts to representing clients at Employment Tribunals and Employment Appeal Tribunals.

Parking 

Parking is not available at Faviell House when an event is being held. A space needs to be pre-booked for anyone with mobility difficulties.

There are two car parks near to the office:

  • Coval Lane CM1 1TG
  • Fairfield Road CM1 1TD

Please bring along any queries you may have and we look forward to seeing you there.