People wouldn’t usually connect Easter Sunday with employment law. So being a day where religious significance is at the forefront, why does employment law matter?

In this episode, Sanam takes you on a journey through the intriguing twists of the Shop Trading Hours Act. A piece of legislation that came into play in 1990 and gained peculiar amendments in 2016. Forget what you know about the Employment Relations Act, this one's all about Easter Sunday and the nuances that come with it. Discover the weird and wacky rules that often elude many employers, especially those with retail, hospitality and market related businesses.

This episode explores:

• The intersection of Easter Sunday and public holidays
• Insights into the Shop Trading Hours Act 1990
• Requirements for working on Easter Sunday
• Peculiarities of refusal to work
• Practical tips for navigating Easter Sunday
• How to handle employee requests and pay

Whether you own a shop or are simply curious about Easter Sunday peculiarities, join Sanam on Law Lenz for an eye-opening episode proving that employment law can be weirder and wackier than you ever imagined. Don't miss out—hit play and stay informed!”

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Resources:

• Shop Trading Hours Act 1990
• Working Over Easter - Govt.nz
• Easter Sunday Rights and Responsibilities - Employment NZ
• Easter Sunday Trading Template Letter for Employers (PDF)

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