Reasonable Adjustments Examples for Employers
If an employee has a disability, an employer is required to make reasonable adjustments in the workplace to accommodate either their physical and/or mental health condition. This could include changes to policies or working practices, changes to the physical layout of the workplace, or the provision of extra equipment or support. In this article, we […]
Can Employees Go On Holiday While on Sick Leave?
Employees in the UK are entitled to take statutory holiday leave even during periods of sick leave. Under employment law, employees continue to accrue annual leave while off sick, regardless of the length of their absence. They can request to take their holiday at any time during their sick leave, and employers must consider such […]
Buying a House in the UK as a Foreign National
Buying a property can be a complex process, with various different considerations to take into account, where buying a property in the UK as a foreigner brings with it all kinds of additional considerations. Importantly, owning property in the UK is not, in itself, sufficient to obtain residency. As such, if you are currently looking […]
Can Employers Refuse Holiday Requests: Guide for Managers
Although workers are legally entitled to a certain amount of paid time off each year, employers reserve the ability to approve or refuse holiday requests. But dealing with requests for annual leave can easily become problematic for managers. Last-minute requests, employees making holiday arrangements before receiving permission and clashes when multiple personnel want to take […]
Super Priority Visa UK: Fast-Track Your Application
The Super Priority Visa UK service is designed for individuals who require a quicker decision on their visa application. Offering a 24-hour processing time, it is an option for those needing urgent approval for travel, work or residence. The service is available for certain application categories, including work, family and student visas, but eligibility criteria […]
Ethical Audit: Guide for Businesses in the UK
An ethical audit is a process where a company’s operations and practices are assessed to ensure alignment with ethical standards. It typically focuses on areas such as employment rights, environmental sustainability, corporate governance and supply chain accountability. For UK employers, ethical audits offer a proactive way to demonstrate commitment to ethical practices, gain stakeholder trust […]
How to Give Constructive Feedback at Work
Feedback is critical to individual growth, both professional and personal. But people take and give feedback in different ways. Not everyone is comfortable having potentially difficult conversations, and some may find it challenging to give others suggestions for improvement in a way that can be clearly understood while not being condescending or destroying confidence. But […]
Do Employers Have to Give a Job Reference?
Employers in the UK are not legally required to provide a reference for current or former employees unless there is a contractual obligation to do so. However, references are often requested by prospective employers as part of the recruitment process to confirm a candidate’s employment history, skills and suitability for a role. When an employer […]
Can I Work While My UK Visa Application is Processing?
There is, unfortunately, no simple answer to the question ‘Can I work while my visa application is being processed?’. If you’ve applied to extend or change your work visa, you may be permitted to carry on working for your existing employer pending a decision from the UK Home Office, but this will depend on both […]
Illegal Immigration: UK Employer Responsibilities
Illegal immigration refers to individuals residing or working in the UK without legal authorisation. For employers, hiring workers without the legal right to work poses significant legal, financial, and reputational risks. Ensuring compliance with immigration laws is essential to avoid penalties and maintain lawful employment practices. As a UK employer you are under a duty […]