Our top tips for managing workplace grievances

Our top tips for managing workplace grievances

This blog will help you in managing discipline and grievances and help you decide what action to take. 1. Take into account pertinent laws The following considerations are advised when an employee raises a grievance: 2. Is the path formal or informal? Take into account the best course of action to solve employee grievance before…

Can one turn conduct into harassment based on claimant perception?

Can one turn conduct into harassment based on claimant perception?

In this blog, we will discuss harassment claim and the equality act 2010 and if it is enough for a claimant’s perception be to turn conduct into harassment? A recap on Harassment In violation of a person’s dignity or to create an intimidating, hostile, demeaning, humiliating, or offensive environment for that person, harassment is defined…

When is it fair to dismiss an employee?  Conduct vs Capability

When is it fair to dismiss an employee?  Conduct vs Capability

There are five possible just grounds for the dismissal of an employee. The two of these are dismissal due to capability and misconduct. The line between conduct and capability dismissal is murky in employee management. The dismissal of an employee can happen due to: Fair reasons It will not always be easy to tell whether…

Common blunders made by employers when handling disciplinary proceedings

Common blunders made by employers when handling disciplinary proceedings

Common blunders made by employers when handling disciplinary proceedings Handling instances in which workers have committed or are accused of committing acts of wrongdoing is one of the most prevalent (and often most challenging) concerns that employers encounter. Employees with more than two years of employment have the right not to be fired unfairly. The…

Constant connectivity: Is our current legislation still adequate?

Constant connectivity: Is our current legislation still adequate?

In the modern world, communication is perpetual. Obviously, it is far too simple to sneak a peek at business emails. Even during the evenings, weekends, and holidays, we are simply one click away from working. And even if you do not respond to emails, the very act of viewing them indicates that you are not…