What is fair dismissal?
Fair dismissal in the UK refers to the lawful termination of an employee’s contract for one of five potentially fair reasons for dismissal. These reasons are: Capability: Dismissal due to the employee’s inability to perform […]
Can you dismiss an employee for poor performance?
Yes, it is possible for employers to dismiss an employee for poor performance. Capability is a potentially fair reason for dismissal under section 98 of the Employment Rights Act 1996. An employee with at least […]
Can you dismiss an apprentice?
It is possible to dismiss an apprentice, however, the practicalities of employing and dismissing apprentices depends largely on the type of apprenticeship agreement in use. Using the wrong contract is the main pitfall for employers […]
What constitutes constructive dismissal?
Constructive dismissal occurs when an employee resigns due to a serious breach of their employment contract by their employer, often involving a breach of mutual trust and confidence. Examples of such breaches include: imposing changes […]
How can you dismiss an employee?
Dismissing an employee is sometimes necessary when there are issues with misconduct or poor performance, or when the organisation needs to reduce its workforce due to financial reasons. However, as an employer, it’s crucial to […]