Access to Justice
Wednesday 05 March 2014A one-day conference |
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About the ConferenceWorkers' access to justice in employment disputes is constantly under attack, an attack that has accelerated over the past two years. The Coalition Government's employment law reforms will fundamentally change the policy and legal framework for seeking justice through the employment tribunal system. This conference will examine the difficulties, challenges and possibilities of the UK's systems for resolving employment disputes: the 'forensic lottery' of the unfair dismissal procedures; the role for Acas and others in mediation and conciliation; the very particular crisis for employment rights in times of austerity; and the choices faced by an employment tribunal system at the crossroads. The conference will tell a compelling story about the shortcomings of the present system for employees, the particular difficulties for workers not represented by lawyers, and the dangers of the current and proposed changes to employee rights and employment relations. Many of the barristers, academics and practitioners speaking at the event have contributed to a research project organised by Bristol and Strathclyde universities which looked at the ways in which workers unable to afford legal representation, attempt to resolve employment disputes. The research has culminated in a book published by the Institute entitled 'Access to justice in employment disputes: surveying the terrain', which will be available for sale at this event. This conference will continue the research and collaboration between advice organisations, trades unionists and academics in supporting workers in employment disputes and making public the need for policy changes to support citizens' rights. The conference will provide an opportunity for trade union members, academics and lawyers to look at the changes to the employment tribunal system and the implications of the diminishing opportunities for workers to resolve employment disputes through recourse to the law. CostA discount is available to those who pay upfront (before the date of the conference) either online or by cheque. Those who pay by invoice will pay full price.
LocationThe Adelphi Hotel Additional InformationClick here for information on how to book, who should attend and CPD, NPP and EPP Accreditation   Three easy ways to book your place
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SpeakersChaired by Carolyn Jones, Director of the Institute of Employment Rights Nicole Busby, University of Strathclyde David Renton, Garden Court Chambers Prof Bryan Clark, University of Strathclyde Shantha David, UNISON Jennifer Eady QC, Old Square Chambers Victoria Phillips, Thompsons Solicitors Morag McDermont, University of Bristol |
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FLYER Access to Justice Lpool 5-3-14 FINAL 2.pdf | 60.04 KB |
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