The recent webinar hosted by the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter, in collaboration with Brabners, provided a comprehensive overview of the implications of the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023. The event, which took place on 24 April 2024, brought together HR and finance professionals from the hospitality sector to delve into the changes poised to transform how tips, gratuities and service charges are distributed among employees.

Co-led by Lee Jefcott, Partner at Brabners, the webinar navigated attendees through the key provisions of the Act, emphasising the necessary steps employers must take to ensure compliance. Lee offered invaluable insights into the legal obligations imposed on employers, highlighting potential pitfalls and offering strategies to mitigate risks. Moreover, attendees gained practical knowledge from guest speaker Mason Potter, Co-Founder of Grtfl, who shared actionable advice on adapting businesses to the evolving landscape of tip distribution.

This collective of HR consultancies and employment law solicitors demonstrated its commitment to fostering collaboration and expertise within the hospitality sector.

Attendees left the webinar equipped with a deeper understanding of the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 and its implications for their organisations. With updated knowledge on the hospitality sector, organisations are better positioned to transform regulatory challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

As the webinar drew to a close, participants reflected on the importance of proactive adaptation in an ever-evolving regulatory landscape. The joint effort of Brabners and the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter exemplified the value of collaboration in driving positive change within the hospitality sector.

Speakers:

Ian MacArthur, Director of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter

Lee Jeffcott, Partner at Brabners

Mason Potter, Co-Founder of Grtfl

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