NEWS IN BRIEF

An end to Disputes?

Following a comprehensive review of the dispute resolution system over the last year or so, the Government has now published a consultation paper asking for views on a number of issues.

These include:

• extending the definition of a 'relevant advisor' who can sign off compromise agreements
• changes to the current statutory regime of interest accruing on unpaid tribunal awards
• broader powers for tribunals to make recommendations in discrimination cases
• tribunal procedure for making decisions without a hearing in a limited number of jurisdictions
• adding holiday pay to the list of jurisdictions normally heard by an employment judge sitting alone
• transitional arrangements for the new regime

The closing date for submissions is 26 September.

To download the full consultation document, go to:
www.berr.gov.uk/files/file46775.pdf