Employment Law

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Gain a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of UK employment law with this definitive guide.
Employment Law is the core textbook for the CIPD Level 7 module of the same name. Easy to read, jargon-free and full of case studies and useful examples this fully updated 16th edition provides a thorough grounding in UK employment law and how it applies in practice. This definitive guide covers everything students need to know to excel at their studies and begin a successful career as an HR professional. It covers the formation of the Contract of Employment, recruitment and selection, parental rights, discrimination and health and safety in the workplace. There is also essential coverage of unfair dismissal and redundancy. This new edition is completely up to date with the latest cases and legislation including updates to discrimination law and working time. There is also guidance on the legal implications of Brexit such as freedom of movement, workers' rights and the change to procedural arrangements for the final court of appeal in UK cases. Reflective activities, case studies and explore further boxes encourage critical thinking, broader engagement with the topic and a clear understanding of how employment law applies in practice, Online resources include a lecturer guide, powerpoint slides and extra case studies to support learning and enable students to apply the theory in practice.
Covers how employment law relates to all the key functions of HR including recruitment, discrimination, health and safety, parental rights and redundancies
Easy to navigate and written in accessible language specifically for non-law students, the book also includes a glossary with clear explanations of technical terms
Mapped to the CIPD Level 7 Advanced module in Employment law but suitable for any non-CIPD HR or business postgraduate students
New to this edition: Up to date coverage of the latest legal developments including discrimination and working time updates as well as the legal implications of Brexit including workers' rights and freedom of movement
Online resources: lecturer guide, powerpoint slides and additional case studies

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David Balaban Lewis
David Lewis is a Professor of Employment Law in the Law School at Middlesex University, UK. He is a member of the Charted Institute of Personnel and Development, the Industrial Law Society, the Association of Law Teachers, the Institute of Employment Rights and the Society of Legal Scholars. David Lewis makes regular media appearances to discuss his specialist subjects of unfair dismissal and whistleblowing, in which he acts as Convener of the International Whistleblowing Research Network, and is head of the Whistleblowing Research Unit at Middlesex.

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"Aimed at CIPD and other HRM students this textbook authoritatively covers employment law and is soundly structured, well-written, and up to date. It includes chapter overviews, activities prompting reflection, key learning points, a glossary, and online resources for students and staff."
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"Now in its 16th edition, 'Employment Law, The Essentials' remains the leading textbook for the CIPD advanced Employment Law module. This book covers all key areas of employment law and includes up-to-date case law and legislative amendments. It is well-structured and accessible, including clear learning outcomes, reflective activities, case studies, and suggestions for further reading and useful websites in each chapter. I highly recommend this extremely valuable resource for all HR professionals, business leaders, and those who are studying employment law on HRM or business degrees."
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