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Understanding the Complex Case of Gender Identity and Personal Beliefs in an Employment context- Wiltshire teacher dismissed for not using preferred pronouns, tribunal told.
Discover how policies with focus on equality and diversity can result in a dismissal. Employers may benefit from equality impact assessments in such scenarios. Learn about the shift from traditional policies to a more complicated yet inclusive approach. Our latest article explores the significance of a recent employment tribunal claim.
Understanding Annual Leave Rights - The Easter Bank Holiday Dilemma: A Guide for Employers and Employees
Understanding Annual Leave Rights - The Easter Bank Holiday Dilemma: A Guide for Employers and Employees.
The Core Issue
- 2024 and 2025 Easter Bank Holidays Anomaly: Due to the timing of Easter bank holidays in 2024 and 2025, some employers risk violating employees' annual leave rights. Employers may need to grant an additional day's leave to comply with statutory entitlements.
Making a Menopause Policy Work: A Vital Conversation with Caryn Clarke
Making a Menopause Policy Work: A Vital Conversation with Caryn Clarke
In today's workplace, a crucial but often overlooked topic is menopause. My recent conversation with Caryn Clarke, a Licensed Menopause Champion & Advocate, brought to light the profound impact menopause has on the workforce and why it's essential for employers to take proactive steps. Caryn, with her expertise and passion, shared invaluable insights that I believe every employer should heed.
Empathy more important than ever. Why use HR Consulting services: 📢 Neglected HR Issues: Performance Management and Absence Management, Employee Relations issues go untreated due to time constraints.
HR Consulting Services: In today's fast-paced business landscape, HR issues are often swept under the rug due to pressing time constraints and a lack of in-depth knowledge. But why is it urgent and relevant to address these issues now?
Redundancy need to knows ….
Where a UK employer needs to reduce the size of their workforce, they must follow certain procedures to process legally sound redundancies. The rules, known as collective and individual redundancies, aim to protect employees’ rights in the face of growing job insecurity, and are set out in the Employment Rights Act 1996. In this article, we’ll provide a overview of the process:
Awards for Injury to feelings
The Vento bands set the rate of compensation for injury to feelings awards in discrimination cases. From 6 April 2023, the lower band will increase to £1,100 - £11,200; the middle band will be £11,200 - £33,700 and the upper band will be £33,700- £56,200.
HR preparations for year end…
With some smart planning give each employee a clear destination to work toward for the next review period.
Is your holiday year running between April- March read on…
Those who operate an April- March holiday year should be aware. Let us talk you through the available options.