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A number of high profile cases have highlighted the escalating price to settle out of court because of bullying in the workplace.
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Pregnant employees have certain protected rights namely paid time off for antenatal care, maternity leave, maternity pay or maternity allowance and protection against unfair treatment, discrimination, or dismissal.
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The Governments of the United Kingdom since the start of the Covid Crisis have issued complex and often demanding restriction on the population of the UK.
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The COVID pandemic continues and during the lockdown a substantial number of employees continue to work from home. Whilst this may have business advantages, the emotional needs of employees can be overlooked.
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In 2013 Mr Sullivan suffered from paranoid delusions. He claimed that he was stalked by a Russian gang which affected his time keeping and attendance at work.
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The March 2021 budget is aimed at protecting jobs and the livelihoods of the British people. The chancellor, Rishi Sunak, outlined many initiatives to kick start the economy, to offer support to the unemployed, self-employed, companies and industries who continue to be impacted by the coronavirus p…
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The Act received its royal assent on 11th November 2020. Its primary aim is to end the free movement of EU nationals in the UK at the end of the transition period. The Act also recognises the immigration status of Irish citizens in the UK.
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The case of Allay (UK) Limited v S Gehlen empathises the vital importance of updated equal opportunities training in the event the employer elects to rely on the defence of all reasonable steps under s 109 (4) of the Equality Act 2010.
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Holidays are a joy to anticipate and many employees plan on taking timeout of the stressful work environment to rest and enjoy time abroad in the sun or rest at home.
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Modern slavery is not something new. It has been around for many years and still exists in today’s society behind closed doors.
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Training costs are an immense cost to any organisations. Investing in staff in the long term maybe beneficial for the company but what happens when staff are fully/part trained and are considering leaving the business?
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The Kickstart scheme was introduced by Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor, in Summer 2020. With an investment of £2 billion pounds, it is a positive approach to assist thousands of long term unemployed young people back into work. The scheme is expected to last until next year 2022.
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February is LGBT history month. This month celebrates diversity of all people within our communities including Lesbians, Gay, Bisexual and Trans.
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Following a recent governmental review, the spotlight has fallen on zero-hours contracts. The term “zero-hours contracts” is not a legal term.
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Whatsapp is an extremely popular app amongst many work colleagues. It is seen as a useful workplace communication tool, particularly when arranging team meeting and social events.
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Time to talk 2021 will be held on Thursday 4th February 2021. It is an important day to observe well- being and mental health.
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Where an employee is made redundant or job ends and then is taken back on furlough, what happens to their continuity of employment?
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World cancer day falls on 4th February 2021. All countries will observe this day to raise awareness about this deadly disease which can develop at any time and in any part of the body destroying healthy organs.
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Companies should now prepare for the new legislation coming into force on the 6 April 2021. It will require medium and large employers who take on contractors via intermediary agents to carefully determine the status of that contractor.
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Government directions on Covid 19 have stated that an employee should work from home where they can. Technology has freed employees from geographical restrictions, and they can work remotely even whilst abroad. However, this can have legal and practical implications for the employer.
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