What does the ACAS proposals to rewrite the Disciplinary and Grievance Code for SME? The biggest change since 2009
Employment tribunals have long judged employers on whether they followed a fair disciplinary or grievance process. That yardstick is about to shift. ACAS has launched a consultation on a brand-new Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures. It’s the first full rewrite of the Code since 2009, and it puts early, informal resolution front […]
Trade Union right of access: what does it mean for your business?
New rights are coming that change how trade unions can engage with your workforce. Here is what is already in place, what is changing, and what you need to do before it lands. What right do unions already have to communicate with workers? Trade unions already have defined rights to communicate with your people during […]
Surviving the Summer: Heatwaves, Dress Codes and Holiday Requests
Summer brings three predictable HR headaches every year: how to keep staff comfortable in the heat, what they can wear, and how to manage the inevitable rush of holiday requests. Here is our practical, no-nonsense guide to all three. Is there a legal maximum temperature for the workplace? No. Despite what many people believe, there […]
Fair vs Unfair dismissal – What’s the difference?
Dismissing an employee is never an easy task, but it is often a necessary one. The process can be fraught with difficultly and become complex if not handled correctly. Get it wrong and you could find yourself in an Employment Tribunal. With the average award now reaching £13,749 and with the changes to the length […]
Harassment investigations – don’t pay lip service!
Did you know?… The findings of a recent Parliamentary Committee enquiry highlighted that some employers are still failing to investigate harassment complaints, despite the prolific number of #metoo campaigns and the high-profile cases in the news. Some employers are failing when investigating harassment complaints. They claim to have policies that promote diversity, then fail when […]