£1.5 million fund for returnships
A £1.5 million fund has been created to help projects whereby private sector employers assist individuals who have taken a career break and want to
Written statement of employment particulars
When we advise our clients, some myths about Contracts of Employment often crop up. One of the biggest myths we hear is that contracts need
H&S NEWS | Home closed after Health & Safety failing
A court has suspended a care home’s licence on Health & Safety grounds. Concerns were first raised last August when the Care Inspectorate told owners
Manufacturer fined after machinery incident
A metal firm has been fined after a steelworker suffered a serious hand injury. The company admitted breaking Health & Safety law in failing to
Pimlico Plumbers case means for employers
Do you have a locum or a contractor who has been regularly engaged over an extended period of time on a self-employed basis? If so,
Ejection seat manufacturer fined £1.1m
An ejector seat maker has been heavily fined for a Health & Safety failing that resulted in the death of a Red Arrows pilot. The
Snow and your staff
As the heavy snow causes widespread disruption across the UK, many people will be affected by the unsafe driving conditions, road closures, reduced or cancelled
Care home fined after resident fall
Care homes differ from other workplaces because they are not only a place of work but also a home. As well as having to provide
3 top tips on whistleblowing for charities
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
Resigning during the disciplinary procedure
Recent events have thrown up the question of what happens if an employee resigns in the midst of a disciplinary procedure. The press has gone
Postpone collective consultation at your risk!
It’s an unfortunate fact of life that charities undergo organisational changes. This is often due to failing to get renewed funding, tighter budgets or the
10 Steps Charities Should Take to Ensure You Take Safeguarding Seriously
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