Are you aware of changes to the Employment Relations Act and Holidays Act passed by Parliament?

Most changes come into effect on 1 April 2011.

Key changes to the Employment Relations Act include:

•  Extending the 90-day trial period to cover all businesses
•  Improving personal grievance processes
•  Retention of employment agreements
•  Union access to workplaces
•  Role and powers of labour inspectors

Key changes to the Holidays Act include:

•  The option to cash-in up to one week of annual leave
•  The option to agree to transfer the observance of public holidays
•  Proof of sickness or injury

To find out more visit this website http://ers.govt.nz/updates/