Original version published on 12 September 2022. Being entitled to a certain amount of paid holiday is a right that most workers in the UK have. However, bank holidays can […]
FIFA World Cup 2022 – Are you tackling employee absences properly?
Original version published on 19 June 2018. It was reported that absenteeism during the 2018 World Cup cost UK businesses £13 billion. With the 2022 FIFA World Cup starting on […]
Dynamic workforces: changing employment terms to meet business’ and employees’ needs
It’s almost Autumn in the UK. In 2022, the new season looks set to be a season of change for many employees. The usual September shifts are coming up: children […]
Does my employer have to provide staff with workwear?
A staff uniform is a common thing to find in many workplaces and can take many different forms, from polo shirts to sportswear, tabards, and heavy-duty workwear. It can help […]
What does the ‘Tipping Bill’ mean for tips, tronc, and service charges?
Updated 17 May 2023 The Tipping Bill received Royal Assent on 2 May 2023, becoming the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023 (the ‘Tipping Act’). Its core provisions are expected […]
Too hot to work – when can I leave work because of the heat?
The UK is currently in the midst of a heatwave, with the Met Office issuing its first Red Extreme heat warning for 18 and 19 July. With temperatures potentially rising […]
How to Create Your Perfect Employee Handbook
Do you want to spend less time repeating your business’ procedures, such as termination policies, dress codes, facility information, etc? If so, then you should create an employee handbook. A […]
How to support remote workers
The Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic introduced many to remote working (or ‘working from home’). Even now, that the worst of the pandemic appears to be over, many workplaces continue to work […]
How to promote mental well-being in the workplace
Updated 15 September 2023 Statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) show that, for the 2020/2021 year, 50% of all work-related ill health cases were due to stress, depression […]
Long Covid – is it a disability?
With restrictions easing across the UK, the initial emergency of the Covid-19 pandemic may feel like it is over. However, many people continue to suffer from prolonged symptoms, known as […]
Facilities in the workplace: what are your employees entitled to?
The COVID-19 pandemic has given many businesses a compelling reason to reassess their use of workspace. Remote- and hybrid-working are making it possible for some employers to reduce the amount […]
Can alcohol be consumed at work?
According to the National Statistics on Alcohol, more than 25 million adults in England regularly drink alcohol. While it is generally of no concern to employers what staff members do […]
