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International Journal of Law and Management: Implications of the UK Equality Law for tele-homeworking: COVID-19 and beyond
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Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to examine the practical and legal complexities associated
with tele-homeworking in the context of the UK Equality Law. First, the paper provides a background
to the recent growth of tele-homeworking as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, outlining the tenets of
the UK Equality Act 2010 and referring to additional legislation pertinent to the ensuing discussion.
Second, illustrative case law relevant to the UK Equality Law is put forward to demonstrate the
potential challenges that employers and employees might encounter with continued and longer-term
tele-homeworking arrangements. Third, the paper outlines implications for employers and human
resource managers in terms of policies and practices that might shape the nature of the employment
relationship.
Design/methodology/approach – This study is based on a review of the literature and an examination
of UK case law applicable to tele-homeworking, taking into consideration equality, diversity and inclusion
concerns in the workplace.
Findings – Remote working can be beneficial to both employers and employees. However, there are a
number of significant concerns surrounding the management of tele-homeworkers in the aftermath of the
pandemic that can act as a stimulus for legal disputes around discrimination, infringement of human rights
and breach of contract claims. Several policy implications surface from the analysis that relate to equality and
fair treatment associated with both current and future work arrangements.
Originality/value – The paper is significant in offering legal insights into how the UK Equality Law
relates to the complexities associated with the management of tele-homeworkers. The study also highlights
how return-to-office undertakings might need to consider wider legal issues. COVID-19 and its repercussions
have demanded the reorganisation of work, which can give rise to a greater possibility of legal challenges and
the study highlights the importance of employers undertaking an evaluation of their equality practices and
complying with the legal framework.
Vandana Nath and Graeme Lockwood - Personal Name
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ENGLISH
EMERALD INSIGHT
2022
ENGLAND
JURNAL ILMU HUKUM
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APA Citation
Vandana Nath and Graeme Lockwood. (2022).International Journal of Law and Management:
Implications of the UK Equality
Law for tele-homeworking:
COVID-19 and beyond.(Electronic Thesis or Dissertation). Retrieved from https://localhost/etd