UK riots | Can you dismiss employees for conduct outside of work?
Employees are entitled to their private lives but, on occasion, their conduct outside of work can have a direct impact on the working relationship. In the past couple of weeks, violent unrest has broken out […]
Social media in the workplace: how to minimise legal risks
Social media has transformed how we communicate, enabling people to share their thoughts and opinions with a vast audience, regardless of geographical boundaries. However, when private comments or social posts go viral, the damage can […]
King’s Speech 2024 | Preparing for 2 new employment Bills
The 2024 general election marked the Labour Party’s return to UK Government after 14 years. Amidst ongoing tax increases and cuts to public services, their manifesto promised the most significant changes to the workplace in […]
How to manage social media misconduct in the workplace
There has effectively been a blurring of the private and public worlds that never existed before social media. Where previously, an employee would vent their frustration down the pub after a ‘bad day’, nowadays it […]
Think before you suspend: ensuring fairness in misconduct investigations
When dealing with employee misconduct, it’s sometimes necessary to suspend an employee with full pay while investigating the allegations. However, this decision should never be taken lightly. Too often, employers rush to suspend employees without […]
TikTok on the clock? Managing the use of social media at work
For many years, employers have grappled with the impact of employees’ private social media use on the workplace – whether it’s complaints about their job on Facebook, offensive comments on X (formerly Twitter), or getting […]
Employing migrant workers | what to expect from the new Labour government
Following Labour’s victory on 4 July 2024, employers who are struggling with the current restrictive visa system may be wondering if things will be relaxed in future. In this blog, we take a look at […]
Day one right to unfair dismissal | Labour’s proposals
With Labour in power for the first time in 14 years, there will undoubtedly be significant changes ahead for employment law. The prospect of a Day One right to claim unfair dismissal Labour has pledged […]
How will Labour’s proposed changes affect probation periods?
Labour has pledged to expand the basic rights of workers from day one. This includes the right to parental leave, sick pay, and the ability to bring unfair dismissal claims. The change in unfair dismissal […]
Collective redundancies and the evolving concept of establishment
In the ongoing challenging economic climate, many organisations are looking at ways to make cost savings which can include reducing headcount or restructuring departments to make sure the business is running as effectively and efficiently […]
Why reading employment tribunal judgements matters
A tip for HR Professionals…Read Employment Tribunal judgements! Finding an hour a week to read an employment tribunal judgement can provide you with more clarity and confidence in the work you are doing in your […]
Understanding the 2023 DOCAS regulations for public sector employers
On 9 May 2024, the government brought into force the Trade Union (Deduction of Union Subscriptions from Wages in the Public Sector) regulations. Commonly known as ‘DOCAS’, these regulations govern how employers can recoup the […]
Protecting Employee Mental Health Through the Right to Disconnect
According to research by CIPD, 40% of people admit to checking their work emails at least five times a day outside of working hours, with almost a third saying remote access to work means they […]
Understanding dual discrimination in UK employment law
Learn about dual discrimination in UK employment law, its implications for employers, and how to navigate discrimination concerns.
Understanding paternity rights | A guide for employers
It is a common misconception that a parent who has not given birth or is not the primary adopter is only entitled to paternity leave. There are various other types of leave and employment rights […]