Author Archive

28Feb

Unable to get to work because of bad weather?

Written by Kathryn Bolton.

Adverse weather conditions such as snow, ice and flooding can cause road closures, public transport cancellations or delays or school closures which may prevent employees getting to work. A number of issues can arise for employers and employees including whether employees should be paid when they do not come in to work. Read on for more information.

14Feb

Time Off

Written by Kathryn Bolton.

Employees are entitled to a minimum of 5.6 weeks’ paid holiday each year (including bank holidays). Apart from your holiday, there are other situations where you might be entitled to time off, such as to look after a dependant. Read my blog for more information.

Employers must be careful not to discriminate when recruiting. They must avoid questions that relate to ‘protected characteristics’ under the Equality Act.
17Jan

Interviews

Written by Kathryn Bolton.

Employers must be careful not to discriminate when recruiting, including when asking questions at interview. They must avoid questions that relate to ‘protected characteristics’ under the Equality Act. So, what shouldn’t you be asked and what can you do if you believe you have been discriminated against?

09Dec

Suspended from work?

Written by Kathryn Bolton.

You may be suspended from work if you are being investigated for misconduct or for medical or health and safety reasons. You are likely to be told not to attend your place of work or to carry out any work at all. Read on for more information about what it means to be suspended and your rights while suspended.

Judical Mediation
25Nov

Data Protection: your personal data

Written by Kathryn Bolton.

Your employer will necessarily hold personal data about you, but they must comply with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) which has regard for individual rights and sets out what is considered to be personal data and your employer’s obligations on collating and processing that data.

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