Predictions for UK Employment Law in 2024, UAE Changes End-of-Service Gratuity System, EU Strengthens Gig Workers’ Rights, more

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SHRM's Global HR News
January 2024

What's on the Horizon for Employment Law in the UK in 2024?
Employment law is constantly changing, and 2024 will be no exception. Employers in the United Kingdom need to prepare for these key revisions.

UAE Introduces Optional Alternative to the End-of-Service Gratuity System
In a landmark move, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Cabinet has taken a significant stride forward with a resolution that introduced an optional alternative to the traditional End-of-Service gratuity system.

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EU Strengthens Gig Workers' Rights, Limits Use of Algorithm Systems
The European Union recently reached a deal to strengthen the work status of gig workers at companies that employ people via tech platforms. The deal also provides the first EU rules on platforms' use of algorithm systems to manage HR.

Reporting for Duty: Indonesia Creates a Centralized Job Vacancies System
In response to ever-increasing labor demands while simultaneously addressing unemployment issues, Joko Widodo, the president of Indonesia, signed into effect Presidential Regulation No. 57 of 2023 on Mandatory Reporting of Job Vacancies.

Canadian Employers Have a Duty to Accommodate Family Status
Canadian employers have a legal obligation to provide accommodations for employees with family-related needs, such as offering flexible working hours, granting time off to attend to sick children or providing access to resources for elder care.

Dismissals in Germany: How Employers Can Help Minimize Financial Risks
Terminations—whether consensual or unilateral—are part of working life. But not all grounds for termination will hold up in a German labor court.

Divorce and the Workplace: What Can UK Employers Do to Support Employees?
Here is how divorce may affect an employee at work and what employers in the UK can do to help.

Business and Human Rights Framework Adopted by Companies in Japan
Japan's Guidelines on Respecting Human Rights in Responsible Supply Chains aren't binding, but many companies are following them.

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Managing Overseas Employees in Compliance with Laws Around the World
Jan. 23, 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT
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As companies expand globally, they grapple with effectively managing staff and navigating foreign labor laws. Donald Dowling, a shareholder at the Littler law firm, delves into the legal and administrative challenges of international employment, covering topics such as legal risks, compliance with local labor laws and managing performance on a global scale. The program will also explore the considerations of using employer of record and overseas independent contractors, including the associated benefits, risks and best practices in international employee management.

Creating Thriving Stars: How to Maximize Employee Engagement
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In the contemporary business landscape, HR professionals are adopting the "Creating Thriving Stars" approach, transcending traditional roles to become true business partners. This strategy focuses on anticipating organizational leaders' needs through heightened employee engagement, transforming it from a metric into a driving force for business success. This webcast explores the intricacies of implementing this innovative strategy and equips HR professionals with tools to foster an organizational culture where employees evolve into thriving stars, bridging the gap between employee satisfaction and business objectives in the dynamic landscape of hybrid work models.

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Global Employment Law Resources: Germany
SHRM's HR Knowledge Center has compiled several employment law resources for professionals with global HR responsibilities. This month's featured country is Germany. Visit SHRM's Germany Employment Law Resources Express Request.

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