When Does TUPE Not Apply?
The law on transfers of undertakings is intended to support a relatively simple underlying purpose: to protect and preserve an employee’s rights if the business that employs them changes hands. The legislation itself, however, is notoriously complex and technical. It is therefore important, especially for the incoming employer, to understand when and why the statutory […]
Health, Wellbeing and Equality
Employers have a legal and practical responsibility to create a safe, inclusive and supportive working environment. This includes protecting workers from discrimination, safeguarding physical and mental health, and promoting equality at work. Doing so helps protect workers’ rights, reduce the risk of legal claims, improve productivity and encourage employees to remain with the organisation. […]
Immigration Guide for EU, EEA & Swiss Citizens
The UK immigration system was subject to substantial reform following Brexit, the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union on 31 January 2020. Among the most significant changes were those related to the rights and status of EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens in the UK. Post-Brexit, and following the end of EU/UK free movement, the UK now […]
Tier 4 Visa: Guide for International Students
The Tier 4 visa has now been replaced by the Student Visa route. Read our comprehensive guide to the UK Student Visa here. Section A: What is a Tier 4 visa? The Tier 4 Student visa is now closed to new applicants, and has been replaced by the Student Visa. When […]
Office Dress Code: Employers’ Guide
Dress codes at work can be effective in ensuring consistency of service and to maintain high standards of appearance in the workplace. Depending on your workplace environment, there may also be health and safety requirements to consider in relation to dress codes, and in customer-facing roles, such as retail and hospitality, the dress code can […]
Manager’s Guide to Workplace Gossip
Gossiping at work may be intended as harmless among co-workers, but it has the potential to negatively impact working relations and workplace culture overall. In this guide for employers and managers, we look at what the law says on workplace gossip, and how gossiping can impact both the workforce and the organisation if not managed […]
Cost of Living Allowance COLA: Guide for Employers
When deploying personnel overseas, remuneration and relocation packages are critical when deploying personnel overseas on assignment. It will also be important not to overlook any adjustments to reflect the cost of living in the host country. This is because the overall remuneration offered needs to be suitably lucrative to incentivise staff to accept an international […]
UK Multiple Entry Visa Rules
As a visitor to the UK, you may want to know if you’re allowed to enter the country multiple times using the same visa. In this guide to the UK standard visitor visa, we look specifically at how the UK visa multiple entry requirements work, including the express prohibition under the rules against living in […]
Protected Conversations: Employers’ Guide
When dealing with difficult, sensitive or complex workplace disputes, protected conversations can provide valuable opportunities to resolve issues between an employer and employee. The following practical guide for employers looks at what a protected conversation is and how they can be most effectively used to help reach an agreement. What is a protected conversation? […]
Dealing with Misconduct at Work
Misconduct at work relates to behaviour deemed by an employer to be unacceptable in the workplace environment. Misconduct can have the effect of damaging a business’ reputation as a fair employer or a trustworthy company to deal with. It can cause damage to the property and belongings of the business and can lead to complaints […]