When can a heated discussion turn into constructive dismissal? Constructive unfair dismissal guidance from a recent Tribunal case…
Is it indirect discrimination to dismiss an employee for refusing to work weekends? Mrs Dobson V Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust [2023] 5 WLUK 624…
In a recent case of Love v M B Farm Produce Ltd ET/2304946/2022, the Employment Tribunal held that an employee’s entitlement to a statutory redundancy payment cannot be restored where they change their mind after unreasonably refusing to accept an offer of alternative employment.
How should employers handle a situation with misconduct at work?
When an employer has been made aware of a potential misconduct issue, it is common to consider that an immediate invite to a disciplinary hearing and/or immediate dismissal, is the most appropriate action to take.
When it comes to dealing with disciplinary investigations it can be very daunting, especially if it’s the first time you have been responsible …
We will often undertake the disciplinary investigation and produce a report for employers. In situations where they want someone independent from the business
While employers have an implied duty to provide a safe working environment, the absence of a legal definition of bullying means that employers find it difficult
Performance management aims to support employees, not push them out. Dismissal is a last resort after informal and formal processes. Follow the tips for a fair process.
Following the results of a recent ACAS survey it is increasing likely that job losses are on the horizon. No employer wants to make redundancies…
Mediation is an effective way to repair relationships where there are disagreements at work, whether it be personality clashes, communication problems or …
