Ep 4: Job Retention Scheme and all things legal

In the latest episode of our COVID-19 podcast series, Neil Carberry is joined by two legal experts - REC’s Head of Legal Support Lorraine Laryea and Eversheds Sutherland’s Partner and Head of Industrial Relations Marc Meryon - who’ll decode the technicalities around the recently announced Job Retention Scheme and insolvency regime, while also answering the big questions raised by members via the REC legal helpline. Bonus: The podcast will also cover some critical advice for business leaders on managing employee relations effectively during these challenging times. Key discussion points: - Introduction to the Job Retention Scheme, and how to use the scheme - Advice on furloughing staff and key considerations around it - Big questions being asked via the REC Legal Helpline including Statutory Sick Pay, doing checks for new temporary workers, Key Information Document and many more - Advice for employers on managing employee relations effectively during a crisis - A summary on the recently announced insolvency regime