BLOG Drinking on the job is no laughing matter for hospitality employers. When working in a bar, restaurant or hotel, it can be easy for
As we say goodbye to the summer, attention is now on common autumn and winter illnesses. These illnesses can be very disruptive as they cause
When employers are making selection and recruitment decisions, they need to make sure that they are not falling foul of equality laws. Our Employment Law
Your employee has just informed you that she is pregnant. You will have a million questions running through your head. It’s important that, at each
After a long period of illness or injury, medical advice may recommend a phased return to work. The aim of a phased return to work
The Equality Act is very strict on what health or disability questions employers can ask during the recruitment process. As a general principle, it is
Sickness absences are a headache for all employers. But if you have a diverse workforce some unexpected challenges arise. Imagine that an employee goes on
A health centre has removed its water cooler during the hottest week of the year over fears people will slip on spills. Central Canvey Primary
BLOG Imagine the situation. You have invited an employee to a disciplinary meeting. You have informed them of the date, time and place of the
A recent decision by the Court of Appeal has highlighted that employers need to look at the reasons behind an employee’s conduct. The case acts
