Author: Danielle Harris

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Best practice for employers

Secret Santa in the workplace

In the run up to Christmas there will be work parties all over the country that are taking place and some organisations will be looking to add an extra element

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Best practice for employers

National minimum wage increases in 2026

The government has recently announced the yearly increase to the national minimum wage and whilst the decision has been made in an effort to strike a balance ..

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Employee Resources

Reintroducing Employment Tribunal Fees

The current position is that individuals can issue a claim in the Employment Tribunal without having to pay any fees. Whilst individuals can pay for legal…

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What is Lay off and Short-time working?

An alternative to redundancy? Often when employers do not have the work or hours for their employees, they will follow the standard redundancy process on the ..

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Disciplinary Procedures & Dismissals

Unfair dismissal – A day one right

A significant change to the law is coming in 2026 which will hugely impact employers. As it currently stands (June 2025) an employer can dismiss an employee …

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Employee Resources

Making changes to employment contracts

Can my employer make changes to my employment contract? It is not uncommon for employers to want to change contract terms during the course of employment…

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Best practice for employers

Accommodation provided as part of employment

Service occupancy and employment issues that arise. Any formal disciplinary process or termination of employment can be a very difficult time for an employee..