Workplace dismissal is a complex topic, and there are many different reasons why an employer may choose to dismiss an employee. While gross misconduct is often considered the most serious grounds for dismissal, it is important to note that an employee can be dismissed for reasons that do not amount to gross misconduct. In fact,…
17 million working days were lost in 2021/22, according to the Health and Safety Executive’s report, “Work-related stress, anxiety, or depression statistics in Great Britain,” published in November 2022. Employee burnout has long been a problem for businesses, but during the epidemic, cases skyrocketed as people tried to cope with lockdowns, balance job, and caring duties,…
The legal term of sex-related unlawful harassment is broad, as shown by two recent rulings from the employment tribunal. It doesn’t have to be sexual in nature, but it must be tied to the victim’s sex. To that extent, the often-used word “sexual harassment in the workplace” to refer to this sort of harassment might…
Termination payments can be difficult to understand. Contact Clarity Simplicity’s employment solicitors who can help you get through the process hassle-free. What are termination payments? Severance payments made to employees upon termination of their employment are known as termination payments. These may occur as a result of a number of events, including redundancy, retirement, disability-related…
Beginning on January 5, a new season of The Apprentice will put contestants to the test as they compete to become Lord Sugar’s next business partner. As usual, the infamous boardroom scenario where one candidate is fired occurs at the conclusion of each show. At a time when real-life apprenticeships are on the rise, the…
The UK Government’s announcement to make flexible working a day-one right to request marks a victory for the #Flexfrom1st campaign, which is being led by the CIPD. Millions of workers will be able to request flexible work arrangements starting on the first day of employment, the UK government stated today. The CIPD is pleased to…
If you are considering filing a claim with an employment tribunal because you received poor treatment at work, you also need to examine whether you have enough time to do so. This is due to the severe time restrictions set by the tribunals on how long may pass between the occurrence(s) you wish to make…
We respond to five frequently asked issues from businesses regarding the effects of extreme weather on the workplace as areas of the UK experience significant snowfall. 1. Do I have to pay employees who cannot get to work because of cold temperatures? In theory, it would be legal for you to refuse to pay an…
As the pregnancy progresses and for the first six months following childbirth, the employer should also periodically review the worker’s risk assessment to see if there have been any significant changes to the worker’s activities or workplace and if so, take any necessary precautions to protect them. Voluntary redundancy and what it means Offering your…
All employers have a responsibility to safeguard the health and safety of their employees and anybody else who may be impacted by their organisation under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations of 1999. The National Regulatory Body for Health and Safety at Work, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), has produced guidelines…