Mobility Clause (Advice for Employers)
A mobility clause is a provision in an employment contract that allows employers to require employees to relocate or work in a different location, either temporarily or permanently. Such clauses are designed to provide flexibility for businesses, enabling them to adapt to operational changes, such as office relocations or redeployment of staff. Mobility clauses in […]
Restructuring and Redundancy: Employer Guide
Reorganisation and redundancy refer to processes where an employer restructures their workforce due to changes in business needs, such as cost reductions, operational efficiencies or evolving market conditions. Redundancy is when an employee’s role is no longer required, either because the work has diminished or the organisation’s structure has changed. Employers must approach reorganisation and […]
Secondment Agreement: Guide for Employers
A secondment agreement is a formal arrangement where an employee temporarily works for another organisation or department while remaining employed by their original employer. Secondments can be internal, involving moves within the same organisation, or external, where the employee is placed with a different company or organisation. Whether your organisation is considering a programme of […]
Sponsor Change of Circumstances Form Guide
The Sponsor Change of Circumstances Form is used by UK employers holding a sponsor licence to update or amend certain details when they do not have access to the Sponsorship Management System (SMS). A common use of the form is to appoint a new Level 1 user who will manage the licence on behalf of […]
NDAs: How to Use Employment Non Disclosure Agreements
A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a legal contract used to protect sensitive or confidential information from being shared or misused. NDAs are commonly used by UK employers when disclosing proprietary business information to employees, contractors or third parties. The agreement sets out the terms under which information can be shared and the restrictions on its […]
Understanding COT3 Agreements: Complete Guide
A COT3 agreement is a legally binding settlement used to resolve workplace disputes. It is commonly used as an alternative to tribunal proceedings, allowing both parties to settle claims quickly and avoid litigation. Proper use of COT3 agreements can resolve disputes efficiently and maintain workplace relationships. The agreement is typically negotiated through Acas Early Conciliation, […]
Mental Health Days at Work: Employers’ Guide
Mental health days at work refers to time taken off by employees to focus on their mental wellbeing, often as part of sick leave entitlement. While there is no specific legal framework for mental health days in the UK, employers have a duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to protect both […]
Holiday Pay on Termination of Employment
Holiday pay on termination of employment in the UK refers to the payment an employee is entitled to for any unused statutory or contractual holiday leave when their employment ends. Under the Working Time Regulations 1998, employees must be compensated for accrued but untaken holiday entitlement, calculated up to their final day of employment. As […]
How Long to Keep Ex-Employee Records in the UK
Employers in the UK are legally required to retain ex-employee records for specific periods after employment ends. Personnel records include the employee’s personal details, pay and tax information, working time, absences, training, career progression and any disciplinary or grievance matters. An employer’s duties to retain personnel records are governed by a combination of business and […]
ACAS Code of Practice: Overview for Employers
The ACAS Code of Practice provides guidelines for employers and employees on managing workplace disputes, specifically around disciplinary and grievance procedures. Issued by the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS), it sets out the minimum standard of fairness that employers should follow. While not legally binding, failure to adhere to the Code can have serious […]