How to Spot a Fake Sick Note
An important aspect of an organisation’s absence management programme will be identifying and dealing with suspected fraudulent sickness absence and non-genuine sickness claims (‘pulling sickies’) or exaggerating symptoms or a condition to justify more time off work. For managers and HR, this means being alert to signs of potential issues, such as being given a […]
Job Offer Letter UK 2026: What to Include, Examples & Tips
A job offer letter is used when an employer would like to offer a candidate a position with their organisation. Having been through what is often likely to be a lengthy recruitment process, sifting through applications and shortlisting applicants for interview, it can feel like a huge relief to select the successful candidate. However, it […]
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. […]
Can You Make An Equal Pay Claim?
Equal pay law provides a way of ensuring that both men and women receive the same pay and contractual benefits for doing comparable work. The following guide for employees examines the legal basis of equal pay claims, from what these types of claim can include and what you will need to prove, to what you […]