Code of Practice (Dismissal and Re-engagement) Order 2024

The Code of Practice (Dismissal and Re-engagement) Order 2024 is made to bring into effect the Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-engagement (the Code) on 18 July 2024. The Code was laid in draft before both Houses of Parliament on 19 February 2024 and approved by a resolution of the House of Commons on 17 April 2024 and by a resolution of the House of Lords on 25 March 2024. It comes into force on 18 July 2024. The Code will not apply where the prospect of dismissal and re-engagement has been raised by the employer with either the employee and/or their representatives before 18 July 2024.

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