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The Kickstart scheme was introduced by Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor, in Summer 2020. With an investment of £2 billion pounds, it is a positive approach to assist thousands of long term unemployed young people back into work. The scheme is expected to last until next year 2022.
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February is LGBT history month. This month celebrates diversity of all people within our communities including Lesbians, Gay, Bisexual and Trans.
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Following a recent governmental review, the spotlight has fallen on zero-hours contracts. The term “zero-hours contracts” is not a legal term.
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Whatsapp is an extremely popular app amongst many work colleagues. It is seen as a useful workplace communication tool, particularly when arranging team meeting and social events.
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Time to talk 2021 will be held on Thursday 4th February 2021. It is an important day to observe well- being and mental health.
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Where an employee is made redundant or job ends and then is taken back on furlough, what happens to their continuity of employment?
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World cancer day falls on 4th February 2021. All countries will observe this day to raise awareness about this deadly disease which can develop at any time and in any part of the body destroying healthy organs.
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Companies should now prepare for the new legislation coming into force on the 6 April 2021. It will require medium and large employers who take on contractors via intermediary agents to carefully determine the status of that contractor.
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Government directions on Covid 19 have stated that an employee should work from home where they can. Technology has freed employees from geographical restrictions, and they can work remotely even whilst abroad. However, this can have legal and practical implications for the employer.
Read moreFrom 1st January 2021 employers wanting to recruit from outside the UK must comply with the new point-based immigration system. EEA nationals arriving in the UK from 1st January must comply with the new rules.
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There will come a time when an employee may wish to reconsider their contractual hours due to a change in personal circumstances, for example a new mother or father may want to make a flexible working request to fit around their family life.
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The simple answer is NO. The Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984 specifically states that members of the public should not be forced to undergo any medical treatment including vaccinations.
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In October, the Information Commissioners office updated sections of the Right of Access guidance; although the current principles still stand, the content is more detailed and descriptive.
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Blue Monday is in the third week of January and this year it falls on 18th 2021. Blue Monday is thought to be the most depressing day of the year. A combination of cold miserable weather, post-Christmas blues and credit card bills added to the glumness.
Read moreThe High Court ruled that the government failed to grant ‘gig economy’ workers rights under Health and Safety legislation.
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In the UK we are now into a third lockdown due to the Covid 19 virus with stringent measures in place including parents now having to conduct distance learning sessions for their children.
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Any misconduct must be investigated by the employer fairly. Businesses should follow a process including investigation which may (or may not) lead to a disciplinary hearing.
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In the case of Phoenix Academy Trust v Kilroy 2019, following performance investigations and a finding of gross negligence, the employee Mr Kilroy (K) was informed over the telephone of his summary dismissal but...
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Current restrictions on commercial landlords recovering rent arrears Due to the ongoing Covid 19 crisis the government have enforced many restrictions on landlords and the impact on commercial landlords has been particularly severe. The Government has provided no practical protection for landlords…
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COVID-19 VACCINATIONS: EMPLOYERS GUIDE The Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984 gives the UK government powers to prevent, control and mitigate the spread of contamination, spread and prevention of infectious diseases. This applies to COVID-19, hence the introduction of the COVID vaccination…
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