Employment tribunal transfer proposals cause Faculty concerns

Government proposals for the devolution of the employment tribunal system in Scotland have been criticised by the Faculty of Advocates, in a consultation response published today. Jurisdiction issues, and fears of a loss of judicial specialism, are highlighted by Faculty in its comments on a draft Order in Council which follows a recommendation of the Smith Commission that the operation of reserved tribunals should be devolved to the Scottish Parliament.

Faculty response
Journal Online article
Category: Constitutional Law » Devolution. Keyword(s): Employment law; Tribunals. Area(s) of law: Employment; Public Sector.
Source: Journal Online.