Kathy Lockwood | Real Employment Law Advice

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Disciplinary Procedures & Dismissals

Can we require an employee to take holiday whilst suspended from work?

Employers often use suspension as part of a process of undertaking an investigation into misconduct, complaints or allegations against an employee. If the complaints are considered sufficiently serious, it may be necessary to stop the employee from working whilst the matter is investigated.

January 28, 2021

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Employment Tribunal Claims

Employment Tribunal Hearings via Video

There have been changes to the employment tribunal hearings which are usually done in person in a tribunal building. The pandemic has led to the very speedy rolling out of online solutions to dealing with hearings, including the use of the Cloud Video Platform known as CVP.

December 22, 2020

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Best practice for employers

Bullying and Harassment at Work

Bullying and harassment can have a number of impacts on an individual and can lead to time off work and considerable stress for the victim. This article considers how bullying and harassment can affect the workplace and possible solutions.

December 9, 2020