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Mencap calls for ‘urgent’ action to guarantee care workers minimum wage following concerns the ruling could lead to other providers cutting costs

But some criticise ‘narrow’ scope and lack of levy reform as Department for Education launches consultation into multi-employer qualifications

Experts warn the UK risks ‘sleepwalking into a labour supply crisis’ without more intervention to boost skills

Tribunal rules employer’s decision was reasonable in light of claimant’s ‘dangerous and unacceptable’ behaviour

Survey also reveals one in 10 staff receive schedules less than 24 hours in advance, as experts urge firms to ensure flexibility works for both employer and employees

Experts warn of creating ‘two-tier’ employment system and urge businesses to offer career development to all employees and allocate opportunities fairly

TUC urges businesses to stop treating staff as ‘disposable labour’ and call on government to align statutory sick pay with the real Living Wage

Experts say businesses need stop equating ‘face time’ with productivity and move away from the culture where hours worked is linked to performance and commitment