What To Do If An Employee Fails To Return Company Property Upon Termination
What should you do if an employee fails to return company property upon termination? If a departing employee fails to return company equipment, such as a laptop or mobile phone you have supplied to them for their role, it can cause a significant cost to your business. We outline below the best precautions to take […]
How To Deal With Racist Social Media Posts By Employees
An appalling after-effect of England’s defeat at the Euro 2020 final is an influx of racist posts about the players on social media. The employers of some individuals who have made racist comments have been identified, causing severe damage to their reputation and credibility. We outline below the steps you can take to deal with […]
How To Conduct An Effective Remote Onboarding Process
How To Introduce Hybrid Working To Your Business
Following the nationwide shift to remote working caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses are considering introducing hybrid working for their workforce in the long term. We outline below how you can introduce hybrid working to your business and some important issues you should consider. What Is ‘Hybrid Working’? ‘Hybrid working’ is a working arrangement […]
Zero Hour Contract Holiday Pay Entitlement
The rules around zero-hours contracts can seem complex to those who are used to dealing with more traditional employment contracts. We outline below the law on holiday entitlement, as well as addressing questions such as whether zero-hours workers get paid time off and how to calculate the holiday pay that they are entitled to. Legal […]
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 the three main types of employment status and highlight the key differences between them. The Importance of employment status It is essential that you clearly and accurately establish the employment […]
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 what this right entails and the obligations you must fulfil as an employer to avoid the risk of potential claims. When does the right to be accompanied apply? The statutory […]
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 have not been considered. This article will explore the heightened risk of burnout for autistic employees and what the employer can do to mitigate this. Why are autistic individuals at […]
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 an unforeseen circumstance, such as the current ongoing pandemic. This can help you avoid having to instigate more permanent measures such as redundancy. How To Initiate Layoff? Layoff must be […]
Flexible Working – An Employers Guide
who can request flexible working? The right to request flexible working is a right extended to all employees who have been employed for at least 26 weeks. Flexible working is used in all manner of circumstances. Common scenarios include: Employees returning from maternity leave; Requests to a reduction in hours to accommodate childcare needs. Childcare […]