A challenge on criminal records checks used by employers is currently being heard by the Supreme Court. An employer or an organisation engaging volunteers may
Are you one of the many employers confused by the terminology used for minimum pay rates? With the National Minimum Wage, National Living Wage and
Volunteers responsible for maintaining a landmark white horse have been banned from working on it over Health & Safety concerns. The Forestry Commission which owns
According to the Charity Commission, over 50% of serious incidents reported by charities are about safeguarding issues. In light of the recent scandals, ensuring high
Blog Written by Hannah Kennedy on 12 February 2021 With reports that a whistleblower has accused Oxfam of failing to act after being informed of
A surgeon who lied in order to land an £84,000 a year role has been convicted of fraud. Sudip Sarker told the interview panel that
A group of women have taken their case about whether their past soliciting convictions should be disclosed to potential employers to the High Court. They
Most people’s first port of call when we want to know something is generally Google. For many things it is a fountain of knowledge. When
Volunteers are at the heart of most charities, but unfortunately, there’s always the odd bad apple. Most people at your charity will be a fantastic
York Minster has sacked all 30 of its volunteer bellringers over Health & Safety concerns. The cathedral has the largest number of bells and one
