On 1 July 2000 the Government introduced new rights for part-time workers. The measures intend to put in place decent minimum standards whilst promoting a flexible and competitive workforce. From 6 June 2000 a union is entitled to request recognition from an employer where there are more than 20 employees, and 40 per cent of those eligible to vote support recognition. Employees have a right to take a reasonable amount of time off work to deal with an emergency involving a dependant or close family. The Act was brought fully into force on 2 October 2000.
Employment law is a fast-changing and complex area.
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