Increasingly people are becoming more aware of environmental impact, both in terms of individuals and organisations. The Waste Strategy for England and Wales was first published in 2000, and since then, the policy on this subject has shifted several times. Therefore, it is important to be aware of environmental and waste law. Waste hierarchy The laws on waste are based on what is known as the waste hierarchy- this starts with preventing waste, preparing items to be used and recycled, and finally, disposal. Prevention is...
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The idea of advertising is to inform people about products and services as well as promoting them. However, it is important for the people making these products and services to be aware of their responsibilities. Knowing the legal issues around advertising will prevent any problems later on. What to be aware of The main factors that businesses need to be aware of is that their advertising needs to be accurate, legal, and socially responsible (not promoting anti-social behaviour.) Regulations and codes of practice need to...
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Once you have made a drawing, written a story, or performed a song, that is now officially copyrighted. You do not need to pay a fee in order to have a copyright on a piece of creative work. While you can mark your work with a “c” to indicate copyright, whether or not you do this does not change the fact your work is your own. This is just one example of an issue to be aware of when protecting your work. What is covered...
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If you have an issue at work that cannot be resolved by the management, it may be necessary to take it to an employment tribunal. It is worth knowing how this works so that if you do need to take your employer to an employment tribunal, you know what to expect. Resolution Before a trial is arranged, you should try everything to resolve it. Ideally, you should have brought up an issue with the HR manager. Whether it is a pay dispute, discrimination, or not...
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  LARCOMES LEGAL LIMITED LEADING THE WAY IN SUPPORTING STAFF AND THE COMMUNITY THROUGH COUNSELLING Janice Ward who is the Managing Partner for Portsmouth based solicitors Larcomes Legal Limited has recently become involved in a pro bono initiative with local charity The LifeHouse. Although for most of her professional career Janice has been working in business management and finance, she has always had an interest in people and has wanted to train and learn about counselling. Being responsible for the wellbeing of thirty-five members of...
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The definition of discrimination is being treated differently because of your race, gender, age, or if you have a disability. Proving discrimination can be difficult, so it is important to be aware of what it is and the process of reporting it. If necessary, it may result in an employment tribunal or legal action. The law The law that covers this is the Equality Act 2010 Part 5. Essentially it provides protection against discrimination. Where this can become complicated is that certain aspects of work...
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Accidents can happen. Even with the most careful of people, it is impossible to totally eliminate risk. However, in the workplace, it is important that people know the correct procedure and reduce risk as much as reasonably possible. Here are a few things that employers and employees alike should be aware of when it comes to accidents in the workplace. Have a logbook Any accidents should be noted down so that there is a record of what happened and what treatment may have been necessary....
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There are various reasons why you need planning permission. It could be that you are looking to add a room to your home or build a property for your business. Whatever the reason, it is important to know the process in order to avoid potential problems. Applying You can apply for planning permission online. Before you make an application, you should contact your local authority. It may be that you may not need planning permission. It is also worth discussing your ideas and plans with...
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Letting out properties can be a potential form of income. However, there are issues that landlords need to be aware of, both in terms of looking after the property and responsibility towards tenants. Being aware of these issues before you begin letting out your property will prevent problems later on. Use up to date tenancy agreements Having an agreement in writing helps to prevent a lot of problems. You can demonstrate when a tenant moves in, what they are aware of and can clarify what...
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In recent times, renting property has become more common. What this means is that sometimes disputes can occur between tenants and landlords. As a tenant, it is important to be aware of what your rights and responsibilities are so that you can deal with any legal issues as they arise. Make sure there is a tenancy agreement Having something in writing will be important in the event of any issues. It is also beneficial for the landlord, as they can clarify what they expect from...
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