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 […]
Probation Period UK Law: Employers’ Guide
Probation periods at work can be valuable in ensuring the compatibility of a new starter to their new role and organisation, but only if managed correctly. A probation period is a set timeframe at the start of employment during which an employee’s performance, suitability, and conduct are assessed. It serves as an introductory phase, allowing […]
Employment Law Rules For Night Shifts
Night shifts are a common feature in today’s economy. Understanding your workers’ rights and your responsibilities as an employer can help ensure your workforce stays safe and that you don’t fall foul of the employment laws on night working and working unsociable hours. Employment law surrounding night shifts in the UK is designed to protect […]
Disciplinary Hearing Guide for Employers
A disciplinary hearing is a formal meeting between an employer and an employee to address concerns about the employee’s conduct or performance. It is a key step in the disciplinary process, and typically follows an investigation into alleged misconduct or breaches of workplace policies. The purpose of the hearing is to give the employee an […]
How Long Does A DBS Last?
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is a criminal record check that an employer can request as part of their recruitment and onboarding process. DBS checks are useful in ensuring that the employer is only recruiting suitable people into their organisation and for the job role in question. This is especially important when the […]
Resignation With Immediate Effect: Advice For Employers
Resignation with immediate effect occurs when an employee informs their employer that they are leaving their role without providing the notice period required by their contract. It is an unusual situation and can have significant implications for both the employee and the employer. Employers will generally want to avoid a scenario where an employee resigns […]
Unfair Dismissal Under 2 Years: Legal Guide
Unfair dismissal under two years refers to cases where employees are dismissed without meeting the usual two-year qualifying period required to bring a claim for unfair dismissal. Generally, UK employment law stipulates that employees need at least two years of continuous service to be eligible to make such a claim. However, there are significant exceptions […]
ACAS Early Conciliation: Guide for Employers
In circumstances where a workplace dispute cannot be resolved internally, an employee may be looking to file a claim before the employment tribunal. However, the parties to a potential claim are usually first required to explore the possibility of early conciliation. ACAS Early Conciliation is a mandatory process that must be undertaken before an employee […]
Redundancy Matrix: Fair Selection Guide for Employers
A redundancy matrix is a tool used by employers to assess employees fairly and objectively during a redundancy process. It involves scoring employees against a set of predetermined criteria to determine who will be selected for redundancy. The matrix ensures transparency and helps employers demonstrate that decisions were made based on measurable factors rather than […]