Labour reveals employment rights reform

The headline for sick pay is that workers will be entitled to statutory sick pay (SSP) from the first day they are unwell, rather than the fourth day. It also removes the currently earning limit of £123 per week minimum to qualify for SSP, however Labour did state it would set out a lesser level of sick pay for lower earners. Sammy Rubin, CEO YuLife, said: "Increased eligibility for sick pay is undoubtedly a boost for employees as they no longer need to worry as much about taking a financial hit alongside the burdens of recovering from their illness or injury. In particular, part-time...