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Upcoming fixed-term contract limits make clarity even more crucial

Fixed-term contracts that extend or are renewed beyond two years will soon be prohibited, making it even more important for recruitment agencies have a clear understanding of their clients' requirements, and to keep that knowledge up to date, a compliance expert says.

The prohibition – introduced as part of last year's 'Secure Jobs, Better Pay' reforms – will begin on 6 December this year. (Watch this webcast excerpt for a refresher on the legislation.)

It won't apply to every fixed-term contract, Certex International founder and MD Dianne Gibert tells Shortlist, but exemptions are limited and specific...