Right to Be Accompanied: Employer Guidance & Rules
The right to be accompanied is a legal entitlement under the Employment Relations Act 1999, allowing employees and workers to bring someone with them to certain workplace meetings, such as a disciplinary or grievance hearing. Employees can choose to be accompanied by a colleague, a trade union representative or an official employed by a trade […]
Restraint of Trade Clauses: Employer Advice
A restraint of trade clause in an employment contract can be an effective way of restricting the post-termination activities of a key or senior employee, by helping to protect the employer’s legitimate business interests if that individual’s employment comes to an end. However, not all restraint of trade clauses will be enforceable by the courts. […]
Favouritism in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know
Favouritism in the workplace, or being perceived to be treating some staff more favourably than others without good reason, can create tensions and expose employers to legal claims. Favouritism in the workplace can happen when an individual, usually someone in a more senior position, treats one employee more favourably than another for reasons that are […]
Failure to Make Reasonable Adjustments
A failure to make reasonable adjustments refers to a breach of the employer’s duty to ensure that workers and job applicants are not substantially disadvantaged in carrying out or applying for a job because of a disability when compared with people who do not have a disability. This is a statutory duty that most employers […]
Redundancy Process: Step-By-Step Guide
The redundancy process is a legal framework that employers in the UK must follow when reducing their workforce due to business needs. Redundancy occurs when a role is no longer required, often due to changes in business operations, such as restructuring, closure, or technological advancements. In practice, redundancy can be one of the most stressful workplace […]
Staff Turnover: Causes, Impact & How to Reduce It
Staff turnover refers to the rate at which employees leave a company and are replaced. It includes voluntary resignations, retirements, dismissals or redundancies. While some turnover is natural, high staff turnover can be costly and disruptive for UK employers. Given current talent and skills shortages across all areas of the economy, it has become business-critical […]
Dealing with False Accusations at Work
False accusations at work refer to when an employee is wrongly accused of misconduct, poor performance or inappropriate behaviour. Such situations can create significant challenges for UK employers, as they impact workplace morale, employee wellbeing and organisational culture. Handling these allegations fairly and effectively is essential to avoid damaging morale and potential legal claims. Employers […]
Employing an Apprentice
Apprenticeships have become an increasingly popular recruitment option for employers across many different parts of the economy. By employing an apprentice, you can develop workers in the skills your business needs, while benefiting from training support and government funding. Employing an apprentice offers UK employers Apprenticeships are open to individuals aged 16 and over, and […]
Unlimited Holiday Policy: Pros, Cons & Best Practices
An unlimited holiday policy allows employees to take as much annual leave as they need, provided their work commitments are met. Instead of a fixed number of days, leave is granted flexibly based on trust and mutual agreement between employer and employee. The benefits of offering employees more than their minimum statutory entitlements are well […]
Employee Retention Strategies
Employee retention refers to an organisation’s ability to keep its staff for an extended period by maintaining job satisfaction, engagement and growth opportunities. High retention is essential for business stability, as it helps reduce recruitment costs, maintain productivity, and retain valuable skills and knowledge. Employee retention is an important part of running a successful organisation, […]