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Workplace Burnout
what is Workplace Burnout? Workplace burnout is a type of work-related stress, which the World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported to be an ‘occupational phenomenon‘. The
Tribunal Finds That Oxford University’s Retirement Age Is Not Discriminatory
Pitcher v University of Oxford The result of an employment tribunal has found that Oxford University’s retirement age is not discriminatory. A former academic at
Sacked Receptionist Awarded Almost £5000 Over Unfair Dismissal During Pregnancy
A case of unfair dismissal during pregnancy has come to an end with the owner of a shut-down law firm ordered to pay almost £5,000
Dismissal For Proselytising Religious Views Was Fair
Kuteh V Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust The case of Kuteh v Dartford And Gravesham NHS Trust relates to an incident of an employee being dismissed
Epsom & St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust v Starling
The case ‘Epsom & St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust v Starling’ and the decision that was reached by the EAT has shown the importance
Stress Related Absence
Every business owner knows that productive employees are the greatest asset at the company’s disposal. Consequently, regular staff absences can cause major disruption to the
Georges v Pobl Group Ltd
Equality and diversity courses are vital in workplaces all over the country these days. However, handling them correctly is key because as the Georges v
Self-Certification Sickness
Staff absence is a major issue for any company, while employee wellbeing is a significant responsibility. Therefore, the business’s sickness policy should be considered an
Paying Employees Wages On Time
As an employer, paying your employees in a correct and timely fashion is a fundamental responsibility. However, mistakes and unforeseen circumstances can occur, leaving you
HGV Driving Hours HR Advice Guide
As it stands under EU Rules, there are specific requirements on how many hours your workers can legally operate a Heavy Goods Vehicles. HGV driving
What Is Gardening Leave?
Gardening leave Gardening leave is a business term that is often surrounded by ambiguity but is actually fairly easy to understand and comprehend. When utilised
Antuzis v DJ Houghton Catching Services Ltd
One of the main benefits of trading as a limited company as opposed to a sole trader is that you can take advantage of the
Rise In Disability Discrimination Claims
Over the last two years, we’ve seen a dramatic rise in the number of disability discrimination claims made by workers at employee tribunals. According to
What Is Gross Misconduct?
Gross misconduct is a serious act of misconduct by an employee which can justify their dismissal without notice. It includes behaviours, ranging from the unprofessional
The Last Straw Argument
Constructive dismissal is when an employee resigns in response to their employer’s conduct. There are many things which can give rise to a constructive dismissal
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