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Debunking some common employment law myths
The world of employment law is fast moving and often complex, so it’s unsurprising that there are some commonly held beliefs amongst employers and employees that ar…
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New Code of Practice on ‘fire and rehire’
On 19 February 2024 the Government published a revised draft Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-engagement. The revised Code aims to curb unethical use of the pra…
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Managing workplace conflicts
Conflicts in the workplace can come in all shapes and sizes. Occasionally, they can be on a larger scale, undermining positive working relationships between employe…
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How should employers deal with workplace relationships?
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and for some that means celebrating a romantic relationship with a colleague. Romantic workplace relationships can be a sensitive …
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National Apprenticeship Week: Legislation to consider when employing apprentices
National Apprenticeship Week serves as a reminder of the great work apprentices do and the value they bring to employers. But from a legal and tax perspective, what…
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How mediation can be used to settle disputes in the workplace
Workplace mediation is one form of alternative dispute resolution to consider. Here we explain what workplace mediation is, how it works and the benefits.
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A guide to dealing with job references
Since most employers request references for prospective employees, here we set out what businesses and individuals need to know when requesting and giving reference…
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An employer’s guide to garden leave
Putting an employee on garden leave following their resignation can often be seen as a win-win situation for both the employer and the employee. Here we set out a f…
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Reviewing your long-term sickness policy
In this insight we consider the key issues when introducing or reviewing a long-term sickness policy.
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The importance of a good expenses policy
With in-person events and face-to-face meetings making a comeback post-pandemic, employee expense claims are on the rise. It is therefore more important than ever t…