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Jersey Businesses Oppose Discrimination Law Changes Amid Cost Concerns

2/3/2025

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Jersey businesses express concerns over proposed changes to employment and discrimination laws, citing financial risks.
A survey reveals 72% of 150 firms oppose increasing maximum discrimination claim compensation from £10,000 to £50,000.
Key worries include rising costs, inadequate response time, and the risk of opportunistic claims affecting hiring and growth.
Social Security Minister Deputy Lyndsay Feltham calls for balanced recommendations to address these issues.

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Jersey businesses express concerns over proposed changes to employment and discrimination laws, citing financial risks.
A survey reveals 72% of 150 firms oppose increasing maximum discrimination claim compensation from £10,000 to £50,000.
Key worries include rising costs, inadequate response time, and the risk of opportunistic claims affecting hiring and growth.
Social Security Minister Deputy Lyndsay Feltham calls for balanced recommendations to address these issues.