The recent case of Forstater v CGD has highlighted the importance of reviewing working policies and procedures within companies. In this case, Forstater, claimed discrimination against her beliefs after expressing her beliefs regarding gender identity on social media. This decision would lead to her work contract not being renewed by her employer. One tweet put […]
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Jun
Jun
What are Business Networking Groups? The economic shutdowns in the past two years have hit businesses big and small. Evidence shows that joining business networking groups is a key strategy to building business resilience and seizing opportunities that emerge as the economy opens up. Networking is defined as ‘an activity by which entrepreneurs obtain information […]
Articles, Coronavirus, Employment law, How To, HR, Onboarding, Recruitment
Right to Work Check 2021: What you need to know
03
Jun
Jun
Are your right to work check records up to date? Brexit and COVID are making big changes to your employees’ right to work. The Home Office is charging £20,000 fines per illegal employee. Without a strong right to work check record, you could be in danger… Here is everything you need to know to keep your business covered! Right to work […]
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Jun
Jun
Working long hours, especially in office type environments, can take its toll on your body. Movement transformation coach, Patricia Goka knows the effects such conditions can have on back and joint pain as well as other parts of the body. As a Movement Coach, my mission is to help desk-based professionals alleviate pain and build […]
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May
May
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme that was introduced at the start of the pandemic, will be extended until the 20th September 2021. Until the 30th of June, money provided through grants for employers will stay the same. What’s changed? From July 1st 2021, employers will be required to contribute towards the cost of workers’ wages. […]
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May
May
What is the Bradford Factor The Bradford factor, also referred to as the Bradford Formula/Bradford Score, helps employers make an absence calculation. This data then helps calculate the estimated impact these absences have on a business. The tool can calculate any unplanned absences such as: Sickness Doctors and dentist appointments Childcare What is the Calculation? […]
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May
May
TV personality, Gary Lineker, has had accusations by HM Revenue and Customs of being a disguised employee under IR35. This means he may be liable for £4.9m in tax. IR35 legislation is imposed by the UK government to tackle tax avoidance from any “disguised employee” who provide services through limited companies. The legislation works by […]
Culture, Disciplinaries and grievances, HR, Poor performance
The True Cost of Resolving Work Disputes
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May
May
Conflicts in the workplace are common and to a degree, unavoidable, especially in high stress environments. However, even for small trivial disputes, the hidden costs involved in resolving work disputes can be surprisingly high. According to ACAS, the UK conciliation service, resolving work disputes can cost employers £28.5bn each year. (Roughly £3000 a year for […]
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May
May
The Current Pandemic has left many business owners in a difficult position. Many find themselves having to cut costs and often this can mean having to make some employees redundant. However, the costs for a redundancy process isn’t free and there are several costs you must consider. There are also a number of alternative solutions […]
Coronavirus, Employment law, HR, Onboarding, Recruitment
Post Lockdown Right to Work Check Update 2021
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May
May
Following several requests, the government have decided to postpone having employers carry out a right to work check face to face. These measures will now extend until the 21st of June. During the pandemic, the government allowed virtual checks as a way of making the process easier for employers. Until the 21 June, employees will […]