Unlike many other countries around the world, there are no specific statutory rights for workers to take leave for compassionate or bereavement reasons in the
Dealing with sickness absence is a difficult and often daunting task for employers. Employers can find themselves making simple mistakes very easily. The problem is
BLOG Written on 7 June 2024 Social media can be a valuable tool for employers to research prospective employees – it often provides more information
In the latest twist in the Brexit saga, the High Court has ruled that the Government does not have the power to trigger Article 50 without
According to Health & Safety Executive data the number of directors and senior managers prosecuted for Health & Safety offences has more than trebled in
Workers at Argos warehouses are being offered a bonus in the run up to Christmas if they do not take any time off sick. Under
An Employment Tribunal in Scotland has found against an employer who paid mothers and fathers different rates when on shared parental leave. In the case,
A survey of 100 women for BBC’s Radio 5 Live has revealed that 52% of female workers’ periods have impacted their ability to fulfil their
Dame Judi Dench recently celebrated her 81st birthday by getting her first tattoo. She follows a long list of celebrities with body art – Samantha
Employment Issues and the Olympic Games With the Olympic Games in Rio having kicked off in true Samba style, what happens when employees’ behaviour creates
