Gaslighting at Work: How to Recognise & Address It
While the concept of ‘gaslighting at work’ is relatively modern in HR terminology, power struggles in the workplace are by no means new. In this guide, we examine what is meant by gaslighting at work, with common examples of gaslighting behaviours. We also explore how this type of unwanted conduct can be managed effectively and […]
Summary Dismissal: Fair Procedure Guide
Dismissing an employee without notice, or payment in lieu of notice, requires employers to proceed with caution, not least to minimise the risk of a claim for unfair or wrongful dismissal. The following guide examines the law relating to summary dismissal, with practical advice on the procedures you will need to follow for the dismissal […]
Disability Leave: Guide for Employers
It is not uncommon for employers to treat disability leave in the same way as sick leave, even if an employee is not unwell but rather absent from work for a disability-related reason. This could include for treatment, rehabilitation or assessment. However, by treating disability and sick leave in the same way, this can expose […]
Changing a Job Description: UK Employment Law Guide
If managed correctly, changing a worker’s job description can help your organisation adapt its operations while improving morale and increasing the flexibility of your workforce. Employers are allowed to change workers’ job roles, provided there are contractual terms in the employment contract allowing them to do so, such as a flexibility clause, and the employee […]
What to Do When Accused of Gross Misconduct
If you are being accused of gross misconduct at work, you will need to act quickly to understand your options and next steps. We look at some common concerns of employees facing disciplinary action at work. What is misconduct? Workplace misconduct relates to unacceptable actions and behaviours that justify the employer in taking […]
Pregnancy Related Illness: UK Workplace Guide
In recognition of the vulnerabilities that come with pregnancy, pregnant employees are afforded special legal status. Pregnant employees can be more susceptible to illness, with common pregnancy-related illnesses including nausea, vomiting, fatigue, back pain and bleeding. This can result in higher instances of absence from work. Employers and managers should approach pregnancy-related sickness absence with […]
Effective Talent Planning for Business Growth
A talent planning strategy is important to ensure that, at all times, you have the right people in the right roles to meet the needs of your organisation. By formalising the way in which you approach talent planning – whether this preserving and utilising your workforce cost-effectively during times of economic difficulty, or expanding and developing […]
Working From Home Policy: HR Guidelines
With more employees than ever working from home, employers must ensure they have a working from home policy in place that is clear on standards and expectations for remote workers, while ensuring legal compliance and protecting their interests. Homeworking is where a member of staff is permitted to carry out their daily contractual duties from […]
Self Certification Form: Employers’ Guide
In this guide for managers, we explain the rules on when employees can self-certify for sickness absence, the role of self-certification forms and share best practice advice on managing sickness absence at work. Self certification Under the self certification rules, employees can be absent from work due to illness for up to seven […]
Victimisation in the Workplace
By law, no individual should suffer unfair or unfavourable treatment in the workplace. Victimisation is when someone is subject to a detriment because they have brought, or it is believed they are about to bring, or support, a claim relating to either disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or […]