HR & Employment Law for Northern Ireland - inc Employment Law at 11
Features month podcast - Legal Island's first Employment Law at 11 webinar with Seamus McGranaghan of O’Reilly Stewart Solicitors was broadcast live in October 2017. Since then, we’ve answered hundreds of complex employment law questions from thousands of listeners.In this podcast we will discuss questions on your employment law queries specifically in the Northern Ireland context. Sponsored by MCS Group.
HR & Employment Law for Northern Ireland - inc Employment Law at 11
Employment Law at 11 - HR’s role in Addressing Domestic Abuse - 5th July 2024
As HR professionals, safeguarding the well-being of our employees is a paramount responsibility. Unfortunately, domestic abuse is an issue that affects many, and its repercussions often extend into the workplace, impacting productivity, morale, and overall health. The PSNI recorded over 33000 domestic abuse incidents last year, an increase on the previous 12 months. It is essential HR makes a positive impact by fostering a supportive workplace culture.
In this special edition of Employment Law at 11, Seamus McGranaghan from O’Reilly Stewart and Lindsay Harris from ONUS joined Julie Holmes from Legal Island to discuss this topic. Lindsay sets out the practicalities and Seamus provides his legal insights to help you:
- Identify the subtle indicators that a colleague may be experiencing domestic abuse.
- Gain practical strategies to support employees dealing with domestic abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being at work.
- Understand how to create a compassionate workplace environment that prioritises the mental and physical health of all employees, while staying within the law.
- Our expert speakers provide guidance to help you handle these sensitive situations with empathy and effectiveness.