Redundancy Matrix: Fair Selection Guide for Employers
A redundancy matrix is a tool used by employers to assess employees fairly and objectively during a redundancy process. It involves scoring employees against a set of predetermined criteria to determine who will be selected for redundancy. The matrix ensures transparency and helps employers demonstrate that decisions were made based on measurable factors rather than […]
Employment Case Law Update May 2025
Read on for our monthly digest for employers on upcoming employment law changes and key, recent employment tribunal cases. HR Consultants as Agents Handa v Station Hotel (Newcastle) Ltd and Others Mr Handa brought employment claims against his former employer, The Station Hotel (Newcastle) Ltd, arising from his dismissal. Central to the […]
Resident Return Visa: Eligibility & Application Guide
The Resident Return visa, or Returning Resident visa, allows individuals who have previously held Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK to re-enter the country after being absent for an extended period, typically more than two years. The Resident Return visa is granted at the discretion of UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), and decisions […]
10-Year Route to Settlement: UK ILR Explained
Have you been in the UK lawfully for 10 continuous years or more? If so, you may be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK under the 10-year route to settlement. The benefit of holding ILR status means you are free from immigration and time restrictions on your stay in […]
Form FLR FP: Extend Your UK Stay
Form FLR(FP) is one of the most commonly used applications for people in the UK who need to stay in the country based on family ties or long-term residence. It’s not a route defined by traditional visa categories; it’s built around personal circumstances, human rights and the practical reality of someone’s life being firmly based […]
Miscarriage Time Off Work Explained
Miscarriage is a deeply personal and distressing experience, and employers in the UK have an important role in providing support and understanding to affected employees. For employees who have suffered a miscarriage, time off and the support they receive from their employer can be an important part of their recovery. There is, however, no statutory […]
Do Employees Have to Declare Spent Convictions?
It’s understandable that employers will want to establish whether a prospective employee is trustworthy and of good character before taking them on. Even where criminal record checks are not a mandatory job role requirement, employers may still want to make any offer of employment conditional upon an assessment of a candidates’ criminal history. They may […]
UK Visas for Turkish Citizens
Most Turkish citizens will need a visa to come to the UK. The type of visa needed will depend on the purpose of your stay. Whether you want to visit friends and family in Britain, or are looking to work or study here, in this guide we explain the most common UK visa options for […]
Leave of Absence UK 2026: What It Is, When It Applies
Managing employee absences is a balancing act. Employers have to accommodate legitimate leave requests while ensuring productivity isn’t compromised. But what exactly counts as a leave of absence, and how should employers handle it? In the UK, there’s no single legal definition of a leave of absence; it can cover anything from parental leave and […]
Redundancy Consultation Period for 1 Person
When making redundancies in the workplace, regardless of the number of redundancies that need to be made, employers must always follow a fair consultation process. Below we provide employers with some practical advice on the individual redundancy consultation process in the context of small-scale redundancy scenarios, together with guidance on meeting the collective consultation rules […]