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Time Off For Dependants
All employees are entitled to take unpaid time off to deal with an emergency situation involving a dependant. We outline below when the statutory right
Employment Status: A Worker, An Employee Or Self-Employed?
Employment status is an important but often confusing issue as the distinction between different types of employment status is not always clear. We outline below
Breach of Employment Contract
Breach of employment contract happens when an employer or employee fails to comply with the terms of the employment contract. We outline below the most
Right To Be Accompanied
Employees have a statutory right to be accompanied by a work colleague or trade union representative at formal disciplinary and grievance hearings. We outline below
Whistleblowing: The Ultimate Guide For Businesses
It is essential that employees know how to raise whistleblowing concerns within your business so that you can resolve any wrongdoing and avoid the risk
Employees Affected By The Closure Of Schools: What Can Employers Do?
With the announcement that schools will be closed once again due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many employees will be forced to balance their work with
What Is ‘Long-Term Sickness Absence’?
Employers must know how to manage employees on long-term sickness absence to ensure they fulfil their legal obligations and avoid potentially costly Employment Tribunal claims.
How To Reduce The Heightened Risk Of Burnout With Autistic Employees?
Experts in autistic studies have confirmed that employees who have autism are far more likely to be at risk of experiencing burnout if their needs
Layoff And Short Time Working
Layoff / Short-time Working is a temporary measure that an employer can use when there is a temporary shortage of work.It is ordinarily used for
Family Businesses: Potential Employment Issues and Nepotism
Family businesses form a large section of private enterprises and contribute significantly to the UK economy. While the strong shared values and loyalty associated with
Gender Reassignment Discrimination: Non-Binary And Gender-Fluid Identities Are Protected
The recent case of Taylor v Jaguar Land Rover raises some crucial issues concerning the rights of transgender employees, notably that non-binary and gender-fluid identities are
IR35 Reform: How To Prepare Your Business
Reforms to IR35 will be introduced from April 2021, which will require medium and large private businesses to consider the employment status of contractors they
How To Employ An Individual On A Casual Or Zero Hour Contract?
This article will explore when a casual and zero hour contract might be appropriate. It will also look at the flexibility of these contracts and
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