Grievance at Work Guide for Employers
There are various ways that a grievance at work can be dealt with, depending on the nature and severity of the issues being raised. In some cases, a relatively minor matter may be dealt with informally but, if not effectively resolved, this may need to be dealt with by way of a formal grievance procedure. […]
Skilled Worker Visa to ILR
Skilled worker visas are granted for up to 5 years. At the end of this period, to remain in the UK, you would either need to apply to extend your visa, or switch into a different visa category, or you may be eligible to apply to settle in the UK permanently. This is because the […]
Redundancy Bumping Rules for Employers
Redundancy is a difficult process, requiring the employer to balance the needs of the business with handling the procedure lawfully and sensitively. Before embarking on a redundancy process, the employer is required to consider alternative options, which may include redundancy bumping. Redundancy bumping is when an employee at risk of redundancy is offered an alternative […]
Monitoring Employees: Guide for UK Employers
Monitoring employees can be an effective way for employers to safeguard their staff from unsafe working practices or the threat of crime. Monitoring can also be used to ensure that staff are conducting themselves in accordance with workplace rules and, in limited cases, to prove misconduct in the context of disciplinary action. The use of […]
New Right to Neonatal Care Leave & Pay
The government has confirmed that the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 will come into force on 6 April 2025, introducing a new day-one employment entitlement to neonatal care leave. Statutory neonatal care pay will be available to eligible employees who meet service and earnings criteria. New neonatal care rights Currently, in […]
Lay Off Pay: Guide for UK Employers
Lay offs are often used as an alternative to redundancy, allowing businesses to retain their workforce while managing short-term downturns or financial difficulties. During a lay off, employees are not provided with work for a period of time but remain employed, meaning their contract of employment is not terminated. Statutory lay off pay is the […]
Rolled Up Holiday Pay (Employer FAQs)
Rolled up holiday pay is a method of compensating workers for their statutory holiday entitlement by adding an additional amount to their regular wages, rather than providing paid leave when holiday is taken. It is often used for casual and zero-hour contract workers, as it simplifies payroll processes and avoids the administrative burden of calculating […]