For all employers, absences are very disruptive. In some sectors, if someone calls in sick, the work can wait. However, in the care sector, the
Do you have a locum or a contractor who has been regularly engaged over an extended period of time on a self-employed basis? If so,
When an employee is not performing to the required standards, is it capability or conduct? When we are talking about someone that can’t do something, this is
Does discriminatory treatment permit an employee to refuse work? This was the question that was explored by the Court of Appeal in the case of
In the run up to Christmas, some of your employees may receive a gift from a client or supplier. To show their appreciation for their
Do you know about the right to request time off for training or study? If you answered no, you are not alone. According to new
Education secretary, Justine Greening, has announced plans to encourage teachers to work flexibly. The plans announced include: A pilot programme to explore how schools are
In many cases, settlement agreements appear to offer a win-win situation to both employers and employees. However, even though an employee is obliged to get
Every employer and manager will at some point come across one or two employees who have a bad attitude. An employee with a bad attitude
A guide to Employer’s Liability Insurance A recent case has highlighted the importance of having Employer’s Liability Insurance in place and gives us an opportunity
