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Turning a blind eye to workplace bullying | What employers can learn from the PMโ€™s handling of Priti Patel

24th November 2020 No Comments

Blog After an inquiry uncovered evidence of bullying by Home Secretary Priti Patel, the nation waited for Boris Johnson to take action. However, despite mounting

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The โ€˜cost plusโ€™ rule | Can employers discriminate to save on cost?

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BLOG While itโ€™s not possible for employers to justify direct discrimination โ€“ such as promoting a man over a more qualified female candidate โ€“ indirect

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Workplace surveillance | Can employers use hidden cameras to obtain proof of misconduct?

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Blog While many might be outraged at the thought of their employer secretly monitoring their activities, in reality, a large percentage of workplaces will operate

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Following the recent controversy surrounding Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), the government has announced new measures to stop โ€˜gagging ordersโ€™ from silencing workers. What is a Non-Disclosure Agreement? A

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There is no magic wand that miraculously makes disputes disappear. But the nearest thing to this in HR and Employment Law is a settlement agreement.

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There may be a time when you wish to provide a quick end to a dispute or want a clean break when terminating an employeeโ€™s

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In many cases, settlement agreements appear to offer a win-win situation to both employers and employees. However, even though an employee is obliged to get

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