Although it may seem unthinkable as a business owner, you could one day find an employee having a nap during working hours. As bizarre at that sounds...
Under UK, law smoking isn’t allowed in any enclosed workplace, meaning you must generally prevent their staff from smoking at work. However, there ca...
While most businesses will find the vast majority of their employees are trustworthy, there’s still a chance there may still be stealing from work. Th...
Third party pressure arises when a customer or client threatens to withdraw their business unless you dismiss one of your employees. This may occur wh...
Workplace violence occurs where people, in the course of their employment, are verbally abused, threatened or physically assaulted. Violence and aggre...
Certain situations can arise at work that lead to employees becoming aggressive. If that does happen—and it’s usually rare—what should your business d...
Every employer should create a workplace that prevents victimisation. It's a behaviour that comes under unlawful discrimination. Meaning all employees...
Company cars, laptops, uniforms; damage to company property can hinder both employees and employers. Damages to a company aren’t solely monetary, as ...
As an employer, it’s important to deal with any staff complaints in a professional and timely manner. After all, failing to respond appropriately may...
Office romances are almost inevitable. Not simply because a lot of people work closely together within an organisation, but because the number of hour...
In the workplace, having unique perspectives and talents can increase business prosperity. But when personalities clash and discussions become hostil...
Everyone has the right to feel safe in the workplace. But unfortunately, sometimes staff members can face abuse from people outside of their organisat...
Alcohol and drug use is a serious social issue that can affect the safety and wellbeing of everyone on your work premises. Having a clear policy in pl...
Many companies choose to monitor communications between their employees. Especially if their role requires them to provide services to clients and cus...
Every business must ensure staff are protected against harassment, bullying, and discrimination. When an employee is discriminated against at work, t...
As an employer, you might make the mistake of discriminating against your employees based on their age. However, in some cases, the discrimination cl...
Disability is regarded as a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010. As an employer, you are responsible for treating disabled employees...
An employee requires no length of service to bring a claim of discrimination. If an employer loses a Tribunal case on the grounds of discrimination, t...
Everyone is different, and many of your workforces will come from different backgrounds, racial origins, or sexual preferences. Employers have a duty ...
Every employee is protected from discrimination based on their sex. But sex or gender discrimination doesn’t only apply to women's rights. It applies...
All employees, workers, and job applicants are protected from unlawful discrimination. And this absolutely includes trans people. Their legal rights ...
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