Business Law - Employment

Employment law covers nearly every aspect of business activity and can be the cause of significant burdens for small businesses. The links below will take you to recognised sources of help and advice.

Business Link for Sussex

The Employing People section of the Business Link website provides lots of help with recruitment, pay, pensions and disciplinary procedures

Employment of Young People

East Sussex County Council ensures that local businesses are aware of and comply with the law on the employment of children

ACAS

The Advisory, Conciliation, and Arbitration Service up to date information and training, including free e-training packages

BIS – Department for Business Innovation and Skills

Support better regulation and work to promote best practice and effective employment relations. The Employment Matters section includes guidance on all employment issues including flexible working, national minimum wage, redundancy entitlement and public holidays

Pensions Service - Employers and Pensions

General information about pensions and providing for your employees

Jobcentre Plus

Offer general advice on employment and recruitment. They also place and monitor vacancies interactively via the website

The Employer's Gateway

Information, guides, and links to useful sites about skills and learning.

Federation of Small Businesses

Offers a free advice service for its members