In this episode I will cover answers to the following FAQ’s:

1. I have an employee who is always taking time off at short notice because children are ill, what can I do?
2. Can I stop my employee from taking holiday when returning to work from maternity leave?
3. Can employees have time off for children’s school events?
4. I have taken on a new employee to cover whilst the regular employee is on maternity leave and they are doing a better job. Can I move the employee on maternity leave to a new job when she returns?
5. I have an employee who is in a same sex relationship whose partner is pregnant, can my employee take paternity leave even though she is not a man (or father)?

Reference: Stelfox v Westco Building Components Ltd Employment Tribunal Case on returning from maternity leave.

Action Points

1. Seek advice before taking action if you are unsure of an employees legal rights;
2. Have a clear policy and procedure regarding family and parental rights;
3. Consider going above and beyond the legal minimum to become the best employer in your industry;
4. Seek advice and support to ensure you get it right. You can contact me by email alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or phone 023 8098 2006 or 01983 897003 if you would like to discuss.