Disciplinary action: A guide for employers
Employers should have a clear disciplinary policy and ensure that it is understood by all managers. Unfair dismissal Generally, employees who... Read More
Restrictive covenants: A guide for employers
It is important that you have appropriate restrictive covenants in your contracts so that when staff leave the organisation your business interests... Read More
Demoting staff: A guide for employers
When demoting staff, employers have to tread carefully. Here is a guide on some of the key things to consider.
Dress codes: A guide for employers
Dress codes are often drawn up by employers. Many businesses, particularly in the professional services sector, need to portray a corporate image... Read More
Social media: A guide for employers
Social media, whether in the workplace or outside the workplace, is a big issue for employers. Social media is a great marketing tool... Read More
Office romances: A guide for employers
Office romances can cause quite a few headaches for employers. Intimate relationships often exist in the workplace, which is not really surprising... Read More
Whistleblowing: A guide for employers
Whistleblowing, which is effectively reporting wrongdoing at work, should be encouraged by employers. It’s important for bosses to be able to handle... Read More
Redundancy: A guide for employers
An employee is dismissed for redundancy when the dismissal is due to the closure of the business, the closure of the workplace where... Read More
Holidays: A guide for employers
Navigating the law on holidays is not easy. Here is a brief guide highlighting some of the key issues.
Flexible working: A guide for employers
Employees are not automatically entitled to flexible working unless the flexible arrangement forms part of their contract. Employees may, subject to having... Read More