Suspending an Employee
Suspension from work is where an employee continues to be employed under their contract of employment, but is asked not to attend the workplace, or undertake any work, typically whilst a serious disciplinary matter is investigated against them. The employee may also be asked to refrain from having contact with colleagues, customers and clients, unless […]
Payment in Lieu of Notice: PILON Rules
Payment in lieu of notice, or PILON, is where an employee is paid by their employer for their notice period instead of them working this time when their employment is terminated without notice. PILON can apply to many different types of dismissal. If an employer fails to meet their obligations by not paying the correct […]
ECHR Consultation on Sexual Harassment Guidance
The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has launched a consultation on proposed changes to its guidance on preventing workplace sexual harassment. The proposed amendments introduce a new section of guidance addressing the legal changes under the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, which takes effect on 26 October 2024. The Act […]
Objective Justification (Discrimination Defence?)
As an employer, you are under a duty not to discriminate against someone unlawfully, including both workers and job applicants. That said, the law recognises that there may be circumstances where an employer has good reason to justify treating someone less favourably, or causing disadvantage to a particular group of people. Known as objective justification, […]
Written Statement of Employment Particulars
One of the fundamental employment rights in the UK is that employees and workers are provided with a written statement of employment particulars by their first day of employment. The employer is required to give the principal statement on the first day of employment and provide the broader written statement within two months of the […]
Zero Hour Contract Holiday Pay Entitlement
Zero hour contracts remain a common feature of the UK economy, offering flexibility to suit both employers and workers. While this working arrangement can offer a number of benefits for employers, it can also present challenges when dealing with zero hour contract workers’ holiday entitlement. The law in this area changed in April 2024, and […]
Fire and Rehire Rules (Employers’ Guide)
‘Fire and rehire’ refers to when an employer dismisses an employee and rehires them on new terms. Also known as dismissal and re-engagement, firing and rehiring is typically used by employers who wish to vary the terms of their employees’ contracts but could not do so by agreement because te new terms are typically less […]
Employment Case Law Update June 2024
Read on for our monthly digest for employers on upcoming employment law changes and key, recent employment tribunal cases. Indirect Discrimination Boohene and Ors v Royal Parks Ltd The claimants were employed by a contractor working on an outsourced maintenance contract for Royal Parks. Although Royal Parks had committed to ensuring its employees […]
Settlement Agreements for Employers
Settlement agreements offer employers and employees a way to end employment on mutually agreed terms. Effective use of these agreements can help employers mitigate risks, protect company interests, and maintain a positive workplace environment. They also ensure that any potential claims are resolved without the need for lengthy and costly legal proceedings. However, for a […]
Should You Offer Voluntary Redundancy?
Voluntary redundancy is an option for employers to consider as an alternative to making compulsory redundancies. For employers, it is important to understand the legal and personnel issues of offering voluntary redundancy to avoid complaints and potential legal claims. In this guide, we explain what voluntary redundancy means and how it works in practice, as […]