The LMC hosted two webinars open to LLR GPs and Practice Managers was delivered in partnership with DR Solicitors, focusing on key changes in employment law and workforce wellbeing.
The sessions was led by Jane Crosby, Solicitor at DR Solicitors, and provided guidance on recent developments and practical implications for general practice.
Session 1: Employment Law Update
- New legislation for 2025: updates and trends in employment law, including changes to flexible working, holiday pay, and protection from harassment
- The Employment Rights Bill update: a critical and current topic covering the impact on employers, including changes to “fire and rehire”
- Compliance considerations from a GMS and PCN perspective
Session 2: Employee Wellbeing and Inclusion
- Mental health in the workplace: supporting employee mental and emotional health, managing burnout, and creating an open culture
- Supporting neurodiversity: understanding neurodivergent staff, making reasonable adjustments, and building an inclusive environment
- Menopause at work: legal responsibilities of employers and guidance on creating menopause-friendly workplaces
- Managing sickness absence, including long-term sickness
These sessions were designed to support practices in navigating legislative changes while fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment.