Best practice for employers
Sacked for a Sandwich
Is it fair to dismiss someone for stealing a sandwich? A common disciplinary area that arises is when an employee is accused of alleged theft.
February 23, 2024
Is it fair to dismiss someone for stealing a sandwich? A common disciplinary area that arises is when an employee is accused of alleged theft.
Tribunal finds University Professor was discriminated against because of gender critical philosophical beliefs. An Employment Tribunal recently found that…
Does a harassment claim transfer to a new employer? A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal case covers whether liability for harassment transfers under TUPE ..
Holiday Pay for Irregular Hours & Part-Year Workers. The government has introduced reforms to simplify holiday entitlement and holiday pay calculations..
Some legal expenses insurance contains legal cover for representation in the Employment Tribunal. Not many people are aware, but you may find that you have…
What do employers need to consider about substance abuse?
An area where employers and managers feel out of there comfort zone is when faced with an employee who is under the influence of a substance.
New Employment Laws to come into force in April 2024. Changes to employment law that all employers need to know. The new year has brought with it a flurry…
The case of Mr A Finn v The British Bung Manufacturing Company Ltd confirmed that calling a man bald is no longer a mere insult/banter. Even if factually true..
All employees have the right to take a reasonable amount of time off to care for dependants in emergency situations. Whilst this may sound straightforward…
Regardless of whether the allegations are serious, or the right to suspend is expressly included in the contract, employers need to pause to consider whether suspension is the right thing to do or if it can be avoided.