Employers should be aware of changes to employment law that came into force on 6 April 2020. These changes will apply to both new and existing employees so it’s important to understand how they affect your business. Particulars of employment Previously, employers had 2 months to provide written particulars of […]
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As businesses reopen with the easing of lockdown rules, employers must follow Government guidance on returning to work. It is the employer’s legal responsibility to protect workers and others from risks associated with their health and safety. The Government has provided additional guidance for employers, outlining what they should do […]
Furlough rules explained for employers and employees With a quarter (7.5 million) of the UK workforce on furlough, both employers and employees must understand the rules of the scheme. Here’s our summary of the furlough rules. What is the furlough scheme? Furlough is a process by which an employee or […]
The Supreme Court has ruled that Morrisons was not liable for a data breach committed by an unhappy employee. This overturns a Court of Appeal finding against the supermarket on the grounds of vicarious liability. The case relates to an internal auditor at the supermarket who was unhappy after being […]
With the situation around COVID-19 changing rapidly, many employers and employees will have questions around coming to work, pay and sick pay. For example: Who qualifies for sick pay? Who should be working from home? What if an employee can’t come to work? What about workers who are classed as […]
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