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It’s vital employers understand the new EHRC guidelines on menopause 

Workplace Insight

Recent guidelines issued by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) aim to simplify employers’ legal obligations to support workers going through menopause. At the heart of the guidelines, the EHRC references staggering statistics on the extent to which the menopause can impact women.

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Top 5 Tips for Avoiding Employment Lawsuits

The Small Business Blog

Stay within legal guidelines regarding employment. Benton Said on August 17th, 2010 at 10:40 pm Many companies, especially small businesses, don’t seek legal advice on employment matters because it costs money to hire a lawyer. Make certain that you have strong, unconfusing policies on employment.

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Ten critical foundations for successful collaborative networks

BioTeams

Appropriate Legal Frameworks. Additionally if a VEN is to be a legal contracting entity then additional Legal Structures will be required. Pricing/Costs: In supply chains bids, it is common practice for suppliers to add in extra overheads as padding, typically in the region of 15-35%, to protect their costs.