Course: Human Resource Management Module: HRM in a Legal Context Type: Essay This assignment requires you to write a critical essay. Question: ‘Beliefs that are offensive, shocking or even disturbing to others, and which fall into the less grave forms of hate speech would not be excluded from the protection.’ (Forstater v CGD Europe and others (2021), paragraph 79). Assess the current law relating to free speech and freedom of belief in the workplace. This assignment is designed to assess the following learning outcomes: On successful completion of this module, learners will be able to: – [ ] Locate and navigate relevant legal material, including statutory provision, case reports, case law and codes of practice. – [ ] Interpret current and proposed legislative provisions. Analyse these materials with speed and confidence. To formulate policies and procedures, which are compliant with current legislation. – [ ] Identify and promote learning and development processes and practices that meet or exceed legal and mandatory requirements. – [ ] Supply accurate advice to colleagues on the rights and obligations of employ employees arising from the contract of employment – [ ] Advocate and secure compliance with appropriate legal obligations; e.g. those arising from the provisions of discrimination legislation (Equality Act 2010).
