Disciplinary Policy: What to Include
Following fair and lawful disciplinary procedures is vital to ensure disciplinary issues are dealt with properly. If you get this wrong, you may face tribunal claims. Fundamental to any fair and compliant disciplinary procedure is the disciplinary policy. This should act as the formal reference point to ensure employees are aware of the conduct standards they […]
Types of Employment Contracts
An employment contract is an agreement outlining the conditions of an individual’s working relationship and arrangements, including rights, responsibilities, working hours, salary, any benefits, and holiday entitlement. It should preferably be in a written format and signed by both the employer and employee to act as a binding agreement and setting out the legal obligations […]
When Does TUPE Not Apply?
The law on transfers of undertakings is intended to support a relatively simple underlying purpose: to protect and preserve an employee’s rights if the business that employs them changes hands. The legislation itself, however, is notoriously complex and technical. It is therefore important, especially for the incoming employer, to understand when and why the statutory […]
Wrongful Dismissal: Employers’ Guide
Wrongful dismissal is a specific type of claim where an employee is alleging their employer has breached contractual terms when terminating their employment. In this guide, we consider the legal and practical implications of wrongful dismissal claims and the measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of tribunal proceedings. What is wrongful […]
Protected Conversations: Employers’ Guide
When dealing with difficult, sensitive or complex workplace disputes, protected conversations can provide valuable opportunities to resolve issues between an employer and employee. The following practical guide for employers looks at what a protected conversation is and how they can be most effectively used to help reach an agreement. What is a protected conversation? […]
Dealing with Misconduct at Work
Misconduct at work relates to behaviour deemed by an employer to be unacceptable in the workplace environment. Misconduct can have the effect of damaging a business’ reputation as a fair employer or a trustworthy company to deal with. It can cause damage to the property and belongings of the business and can lead to complaints […]
Pre Employment Screening Checks (HR Guide)
Pre employment screening checks are a critical part of a business’s recruitment and onboarding process. The following guide looks at the various different types of checks that should be conducted and how to carry these out, as well as the legal, practical and financial consequences of failing to do so. What are the pre […]
Hiring Contractors (Employers’ Guide)
How an individual is employed by an organisation to undertake work, for example, on an employed or self-employed basis, will be key in determining the legal rights and responsibilities between the parties. This includes important matters such as the way that person is paid, and any respective liabilities to deduct or account for Income Tax […]
Can You Dismiss An Employee On Sick Leave?
Employers can lawfully dismiss an employee who is off sick, provided they have a fair reason for dismissal, act reasonably in all the circumstances and follow a fair procedure. The following guide for employers on dismissal due to sickness absence looks at what amounts to potential grounds for dismissal in this context, from conduct to […]
What are my Rights if a Grievance is Raised Against Me
It is not uncommon for staff to raise a grievance about their managers, in some cases without just cause, although the employer will still be duty bound to fully investigate any formal complaint. It is therefore important for managers to know their own employment rights in these circumstances, not only to help minimise the potential […]