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The clocks have gone back and the dark nights and cold weather has arrived, which must mean one thing: winter. This season of the year can bring new challenges for an employer to face. We have listed below some issues which employers may be faced with this winter and some tips for employers on how …
Introduction During an investigation into misconduct an employer may deem it necessary to suspend the employee pending investigation. This can sometimes be deemed necessary in a case where they believe the employee continuing to be in the workplace may tarnish the investigation, for example there may be concerns that the employee under investigation will try …
An introduction For most employers setting up a new business and taking on their first employee is a daunting prospect. It requires a great deal of thought and organisation and every employer must ensure they are keeping within the legal framework. Taking on any employee is an investment in your business and of your time …
Should employers include overtime when calculating holiday pay? As Summer draws to an end some of us may find ourselves reminiscing about our Summer holidays and those days spent on the beach sipping a cocktail and reading a book with our feet up. However, following the recent Employment Appeal Tribunal decision, some may also be wondering if they were paid sufficient …
The digital age In today’s digital age most communication is made through a digital device such as a computer, laptop, mobile phone or tablet. We choose to send a text rather than speak to someone or send an email rather than a letter – and the workplace is no different. A lot of communications during …
Sleeping at work Should an employee get paid for sleeping on the job? When answering this question most people would likely say ‘no’, on impulse. The idea of being paid to sleep just does not sound quite right. For those of us in 9-5 jobs, getting caught by your boss sleeping at work would land you …
Social media in the workplace Social media is a powerful tool in today’s society. Most of us will now have a Facebook, Twitter, or some other form of social media account and some will use these portals regularly to communicate their thoughts and feelings on day to day events. When it comes to employment, social media …
On 27 July 2017, the Supreme Court quashed the Westminster Government’s 2013 order which introduced the requirement for claimants to pay fees (of up to £1,200) to raise Employment Tribunal (ET) claims. Scottish judge, Lord Reed, giving the leading judgment of the court, declared that the imposition of fees was preventing access to justice and …