The pandemic has seen large sections of the UK economy embrace flexible and modern methods of working. As many offices around the country closed last March,…
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Category: Employment Law
How to deal with an underperforming employee
The majority of successful organisations usually have to rely on their employees working together to achieve a common goal. The team must also believe in the…
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Returning to the office but will it be the same as pre-covid?
The last year or so has seen many debates between people in relation to whether they prefer home working to that of working in the office….
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The Good Work Plan – what it means for your business
In April 2020, employers will have to adhere to new employment laws proposed in the government’s Good Work Plan. However, the majority of UK businesses are…
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What are your rights as a gig economy worker?
The “gig economy” is a term that is used to describe the high number of short-term contracts or freelance work, as opposed to permanent jobs. It…
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Addressing sexual discrimination in the workplace
What is sex discrimination? Sex is a protected characteristic under the Equality Act (2010). Treating somebody different on the basis of a protected characteristic is against…
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What should be included in an employment contract?
When receiving a new employment contract, whether that’s because you have a job with a new company that you haven’t worked with before, or a new…
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Health and Safety Law in the Workplace – The main regulations companies must abide by
There are a number of regulations covering Health and Safety in the workplace. Here is a brief rundown of what they are and what they mean…
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How to protect yourself if you’ve been accused of workplace harassment
Have you been accused of bullying or harassing at work? If so, it’s critical that you follow this procedure and cooperate with any internal and external…
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