How to reduce presenteeism at work
It’s been revealed that the average number of sickness absence days that UK workers take has almost halved since 1993. The figures from the Office for National Statistics show... The post How to...
View ArticleWhen does a dress code become discriminatory?
A former British Airways worker has said the company’s dress code is discriminatory after he was sacked for having a man bun hairstyle. Sid Ouared, 26, was dismissed because... The post When does a...
View ArticleHow to create a social media policy
Recent research has revealed that almost 30% of UK companies do not have social media policies in place. Considering how widely-used social media has become as part of both... The post How to create...
View ArticleManaging employee wellbeing
A recent survey has revealed that the UK is lagging behind other developed countries when it comes to employee wellbeing. The latest Cigna 360° Well-Being Survey polled 15,000 people... The post...
View ArticleEd’s Employment Law Update – August 2018
Does a Claimant have to act dishonestly for an allegation or evidence not to be a protected act under s27(3) of the Equality Act 2010? Yes, held the EAT... The post Ed’s Employment Law Update –...
View ArticleEd’s Employment Law Update – 4th September 2018
When considering a wasted costs order, can a tribunal decide if representatives have breached their duty to the tribunal without considering evidence? No, held the Employment Appeal Tribunal in......
View ArticleGuidance on employment references
An employment reference helps a potential employer decide whether a job applicant is suitable for the role and organisation. Many job applications require candidates to provide references, but...
View ArticleHow employers can embrace flexible working
The general secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Frances O’Grady, used her speech at the organisation’s 150thannual gathering to state that a four-day-week is a realistic goal for most... The...
View ArticleEd’s Employment Law Update – 17th September 2018
Is the removal by an employer of an ‘outdated and unjustified’ contractual allowance void under TUPE when it comes after a transfer? No, held the EAT in Tabberer v... The post Ed’s Employment Law...
View ArticleEd’s Employment Law Update – 24th September 2018
Under EU law, can an employer founded on the principles of a religion or belief dismiss a worker it requires to follow that religion or belief because of the employee’s... The post Ed’s Employment Law...
View ArticleHow employers can fight ageism: Older workers face ‘shocking levels’ of...
Older people are facing shocking levels of discrimination in their working lives, according to research from the Centre for Ageing Better. A significant number of older workers (aged over... The post...
View ArticleSupermarket equal pay cases – how employers can avoid similar claims
Tesco is facing a multi-million-pound equal pay claim from over 8000 shop-floor workers who claim they are paid considerably less than warehouse-based colleagues. The Tesco Action Group have...
View ArticleBridging the skills gap – How to manage time-to-train requests
The UK faces a significant employability skills gap in areas such as creativity and leadership according to a major new study. The report, “How employable is the UK”, from... The post Bridging the...
View ArticleHR horrors employers should avoid this Halloween
Halloween is nearly upon us once again, and of course many workplaces like to join in the fun by hosting parties, wearing spooky costumes, putting up creepy decorations and playing... The post HR...
View ArticleWhat could Budget 2018 mean for HR?
Chancellor Philip Hammond is announcing his latest Budget this Monday (29thOct), which should see greater funding for the NHS and is expected to see the “end of austerity”. However, it... The post What...
View ArticleEmployee engagement – How to motivate staff
A new study of 2,000 UK employees has revealed the four main factors that make them feel more motivated at work. The survey, by Reward Gateway, showed that those... The post Employee engagement – How...
View ArticleEd’s Employment Law Update – 7th November 2018
Does a recognised trade union have a legitimate expectation of consultation over a government department’s remit for negotiating pay? Not on the facts of this case, held the Administrative... The...
View ArticleGoogle staff walkout: How to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace
Thousands of Google staff across the world staged a series of walkouts earlier this month in protest at claims of sexual harassment and gender inequality. They follow allegations... The post Google...
View ArticleEd’s Employment Law Update – 12th November 2018
If a worker doesn’t apply for the minimum annual leave due under EU law during a leave year, is the right to that leave lost at the end of the... The post Ed’s Employment Law Update – 12th November...
View ArticleDeminos Guide to Work Christmas Parties
It’s still November, so for many it may still seem too early to be thinking about Christmas! However, whether you’re in the Christmas spirit or not, the party season is... The post Deminos Guide to...
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