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Managing employees/workers

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  • Type:
    Legal timetable

    Statutory sick pay increase

    The weekly rate of statutory sick pay increases.

  • Type:
    Training

    Short-term sickness - line manager training

    Enhanced with guidance for line managers on deterring presenteeism, so their team members feel they can take time off sick when they need to, including those who work remotely or in a hybrid way.

  • Date:
    9 November 2022
    Type:
    Commentary and insights

    World Cup 2022: Employers' guide to the workplace implications

    The 2022 World Cup in Qatar sees 32 nations taking part in 64 matches from Sunday 20 November until Sunday 18 December. Employers should plan ahead to make the most of the impact that this large sporting event can have on staff mental health and morale, while also planning ahead to minimise disruption.

  • Date:
    7 November 2022
    Type:
    Commentary and insights

    Bank holidays: Six things employers need to know

    What is the legal position when an extra bank holiday is granted, for example to celebrate the King's coronation? Are employees entitled to extra pay for working on bank holidays? What does an employer do if an employee refuses to work on a bank holiday? How should bank holidays be managed for part-time employees? Public holidays can raise a myriad of issues for employers - we explain how to deal with some of the most common.

  • Date:
    27 October 2022
    Type:
    Commentary and insights

    Blackouts: Your HR questions answered

    The National Grid has warned that the war in Ukraine combined with very cold weather could result in three-hour power cuts in January and February 2023. While such blackouts are unlikely, the ramification for businesses could be significant. We look at how HR professionals can help their organisations to prepare.

  • Type:
    Employment law cases

    Coronavirus case law round up: Discrimination and whistleblowing

    We look at three cases dealing with issues around discrimination and whistleblowing, arising from the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

  • Type:
    Survey analysis

    Christmas working and end-of-year celebrations: 2022 survey

    With the end of the year fast approaching, we examine how organisations are going to mark the occasion for employees.

  • Type:
    Employment law cases

    Dress codes: Employment tribunal round-up

    We look at three recent employment tribunal decisions concerning dress and jewellery codes that led to successful employment tribunal claims for religious discrimination and unfair constructive dismissal.

  • Date:
    26 September 2022
    Type:
    Commentary and insights

    Side hustles - what employers need to know

    As the cost-of-living crisis bites, many employees will be looking to take on extra work, away from their main employment. What are the legal implications and practical ramifications that side hustles may have for employers, asks employment law solicitor Daisy Watson.

  • Type:
    How to

    How to chair a disciplinary meeting

    Improved throughout, including with additional information on preparing for and concluding a meeting.

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HR and legal information and guidance relating to managing employees/workers.