Australia
"Perhaps the most important development in Australian employment law was the election of the new Labor federal government in 2022. As part of its election strategy, the Labor Party campaigned on making changes to..."
Brazil
"In 2022, topic 1046 was heard by the Federal Supreme Court (STF), which analysed the validity of collective norms that make rights collectively negotiated by unions more..."
Cyprus
"An amendment to the maternity protection law in 2021 extended the duration of maternity leave from 18 to 22 weeks for women who give birth to a second child, and..."
Germany
"The most important developments in German employment and labour law are moving in different directions and, at first glance, are not consistent in their objectives, but..."
Japan
"Japan’s working-age population is declining because of a falling birthrate, an increasing number of elderly people, and a diversification of workers’ needs. In light of this, increasing labour productivity through..."
Mexico
"As of 23 April 2021, the Federal Labour Law (FLL) provides that outsourcing or subcontracting personnel is no longer permitted.In addition, as of 1 September 2021, services that require the assignment or..."
United Kingdom
"One particular area that has gathered strong momentum is the issue of menopause and its impact on those affected in the workplace. However, following the..."