Transfer of undertakings: local authority

Consultant editor: Laurie Anstis

Summary

• The Statement of Practice on Staff Transfers in the Public Sector sets out a number of general principles. (See Cabinet Office statement of practice)
• A local authority that enters into a best value contract that is carried out by its employees must require the contractor to secure pension protection for each transferring employee. (See Best value and pensions)
• The Code of Practice on Workforce Matters in Local Authority Contracts was revoked with effect from 23 March 2011. (See Code of Practice on Workforce Matters in Local Authority Contracts)