Understanding Statutory Sick Pay: Employers’ Guide
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) in the UK is designed to support employees while they are absent from work due to illness. As prescribed by law, SSP ensures that eligible employees receive a basic level of income while they recover. Employers are required to pay SSP to eligible employees for up to 28 weeks. As of […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Sick Leave for Employers
Sick leave is the time an employee takes off work due to illness or injury. In the UK, employees are entitled to take sick leave, but this time may not always be paid. Employers are legally required to pay Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) to eligible employees for up to 28 weeks. Employers may also offer […]
Corporate Immigration Advice Service in the UK
In the UK, corporate immigration is governed by a complex framework of legislation, case law and official guidance. For employers, ensuring that foreign national employees can work legally and that they seamlessly integrate into the workforce is essential for staying competitive in a global market and compliant with UK regulations. The UK Home Office continues […]
Comprehensive Guide to the British Nationality Act 1948
The British Nationality Act 1948 established the concept of British citizenship as we know it today. The Act was highly influential in shaping post-war migration and citizenship policies in the United Kingdom and marked the beginning of significant changes in how citizenship and immigration were managed in the UK and across the Commonwealth. Its aim […]
Understanding the Permanent Contract for Employers
A permanent contract is a legally binding agreement between an employer and an employee, outlining the terms and conditions of employment with no specified end date. Permanent contracts typically include essential details such as job responsibilities, salary, benefits, and termination conditions, forming the foundation of the employer-employee relationship. For employers, offering a permanent contract signifies […]
Employment Contract: An Employers Guide
Employment contracts provide the legal foundation of the employer-employee relationship, defining the terms and conditions of employment and setting out both parties’ rights and responsibilities. Well-drafted employment contracts should provide employers and employees with certain legal protections and clarity about the terms of their employment relationship; however, they also carry risks. Poorly drafted contract terms […]
Interview Legalities & Compliance for Employers
The interview stage of the recruitment process allows employers to assess not only the skills and qualifications of potential employees but also their cultural fit within the organisation. While the primary concern when conducting interviews will be finding the best candidate, employers have to ensure that in doing so, they are also complying with various […]
Commonwealth Immigrants Act 1962: Key Immigration Impact
The Commonwealth Immigrants Act 1962 was brought in amid growing concern over migration levels from the Commonwealth nations into the UK. It was the first piece of legislation that imposed restrictions on the right of entry for Commonwealth citizens into the UK, marking a new era of immigration control that contrasted sharply with the more […]
Understanding Holiday Entitlement for Employers
Holiday entitlement refers to the legal right of employees to take paid time off work for rest and recreation. In the UK, the Working Time Regulations 1998 govern holiday entitlement, setting the minimum standards for workers’ paid leave. Under the regulations, most workers are entitled to 5.6 weeks’ paid holiday a year as a statutory […]
Understanding Holiday Entitlement for Irregular Hours
In the UK, holiday entitlement is a fundamental employment right that ensures workers can take paid time off to rest and recharge. Under the Working Time Regulations 1998, employees are entitled to a minimum of 5.6 weeks (or 28 days) of paid annual leave. However, the rules on holiday entitlement can become complex for employees […]