Handling False Allegations at Work
Business owners and HR managers are required to work lawfully and fairly when dealing with a grievance or complaints. This process becomes more complicated however if an employee is making false allegations at work. A false allegation is an untrue claim of wrongdoing. In some cases, an accuser may make a false allegation out of […]
Managing Conflicts of Interest In The Workplace
As a business owner or manager, you have a responsibility to identify and address conflicts of interest in your workplace. Failure to do so can negatively impact your company’s reputation, finances, and employee morale. What Are Conflicts Of Interest? A conflict of interest arises when an employee’s personal interests interfere with their ability to make […]
New Worker Protection Bill: Employers have to take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment
Learn what UK employers need to know about The Worker Protection Bill Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill. It has now received Royal Assent and is due to come into force in 2024. It brings some important changes to the rules about preventing sexual harassment at work.
Disciplinary Hearing Notice Period – How Long Is It?
Need to hold a disciplinary hearing and are wondering how much notice you need to give your employee? A disciplinary hearing notice period isn’t set in stone by employment law but there must be a reasonable amount of time given between notifying an employee that they are required to attend a disciplinary meeting and the […]
Employees Off Work With Stress? Here’s What You Need to Know
But if one of your employees is off work with stress, what can you do? In this article, we will explore some of the reasons behind this problem and explain what you as an employer can do to manage it. We will also look at your rights as an employer and those of your employees […]
Dealing with Difficult Employees: An Employer’s Guide
Dealing with difficult employees is a problem that many employers face. It’s important to have good staff because they are the backbone of your business. However, it can be hard to manage them when they’re not performing well or their behaviour is unacceptable. There are many laws that protect employees which means you need to […]
Final Written Warning: What Employees Need to Know
Final written warnings are an important part of the disciplinary process in any organisation. They allow employers to show employees that their behaviour is unacceptable and that they need to change before it results in dismissal. Warnings provide a semi-formal, documented way for employers to give feedback about performance or conduct, with the aim of […]
How To Deal With Employees Who Refuse To Return To Work
Verbal Warning At Work Procedure
No business owner hires a team of employees with intention of needing to conduct disciplinary procedures. The harsh reality, however, is that they will be required at one time or another. Some employers use a verbal warning as the first stage of such formal action; however, it may be better to consider a written warning […]
Help With HR Issues
There is no denying that your employees are the most important resource at your business. Where would you be without them? At the same time, though, employees have the greatest potential to cause issues too, especially if they are not managed correctly. Productivity levels can suffer if employees aren’t given the right training and tools. […]
