Council pays employee more than £500,000 for Disability Discrimination which arose from a false allegation of theft.
Council pays employee more than £500,000 for Disability Discrimination
Death of an Employee: A Practical Guide for SME Employers
The death of an employee is a situation most SME employers will encounter only rarely. This practical guide explains the immediate steps employers should take, how to support colleagues, manage payroll and employment matters, and deal with the wider workplace implications.
How To Set Objectives
Clear employee objectives help SMEs improve accountability, clarify expectations and manage performance more consistently. This article explains common objective-setting mistakes, why regular reviews matter and how clear documentation can support fair capability and performance management processes.
Read my Top Tips to setting objectives
Right To Work In The UK
Right To Work In The UK Preventing Illegal Working, Guidance For Owners Of SMEs Under the Immigration and Asylum Act it is a criminal offence to employ someone who is 16 or over and not entitled to work in the
Note Taking at Disciplinary Hearings
Accurate note taking during disciplinary hearings can become critical if decisions are later challenged through appeals, grievances or Employment Tribunal claims. This article explains why disciplinary records matter, common note-taking mistakes SMEs make and how clear, evidence-led documentation can help businesses manage formal HR processes more fairly and consistently.
Agency Workers Regulations
The UK Agency Workers Regulations (AWR) 2010 ensure that temporary agency workers are entitled to the same basic working and employment conditions as directly-hired staff. They guarantee equal treatment regarding pay, working time, and holidays after a 12-week qualifying period, alongside “day one” rights.
Dismissal for failing to agree to new terms and conditions following TUPE transfer was automatic unfair dismissal
The Employment Appeal Tribunal (“EAT”) has held that the dismissal for failing to agree to new terms and conditions following TUPE transfer was automatic unfair dismissal
Conducting A Fair Disciplinary Hearing
Disciplinary hearings can become high-risk very quickly for SMEs, particularly where serious allegations or dismissal are being considered. Employers should ensure disciplinary decisions are supported by fair investigations, clear evidence, proper documentation and consistent procedures. This article explains common disciplinary hearing mistakes and why preparation, process and proportionality are essential for reducing legal and employee relations risks.
Workers Are Entitled To Take Annual Leave When Off Sick
The Court of Appeal has ruled that workers are entitled to take annual leave when off sick and claim payment in lieu when their employment terminates
Dishonesty in the Workplace
Allegations of dishonesty can be difficult and high-risk for SMEs to manage, particularly where trust has broken down or dismissal is being considered. However, employers should avoid making rushed decisions based on suspicion or assumptions alone. This article explains why fair investigations, evidence-led decision making, documentation and proportionate disciplinary procedures are essential when managing workplace dishonesty concerns.
Read my Top Tips to what you can do if you suspect dishonesty, if a theft occurs and how to deal with an allegation of dishonesty and rebuild trust afterwards.
