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A contract of employment is a legally binding agreement between an employer and employee. In the UK, the term ‘employee’ is defined by the Employment Rights Act 1996 as an individual who has entered into or works under a contract of service or apprenticeship. In the...
The chancellor has said there will be no extension to the furlough scheme that has been in place since March 2020. He has confirmed that there will be further financial support for businesses in the form of a bonus for employers who can bring employees back to work....
Unfortunately, due to the coronavirus pandemic and the shrunken economy, redundancies are likely to happen across the UK. Under UK law if an employer is dismissing 20 or more people due to redundancy then they must consult with representatives of affected employees in...
In the ever-changing working landscape, it is more important than ever to have a strong CV (Curriculum Vitae), highlighting your skills and experience to maximum effect. With the average time you have to grab an employer’s attention down to around seven seconds, you...
The UK strives to promote equality in the workplace. Organisations have a responsibility to ensure that no person is treated differently because of their race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status,...
Employers have a duty of care to take steps to ensure the health and safety and welfare of all their employees. Businesses that employ more than five people are legally obliged to have a written health and safety policy or statement which is circulated and available...
As a small business owner, you will wear many hats, balancing varying responsibilities and demands. Managing health and safety arrangements does not have to be complicated, but should always be a priority, as the cost of breaching health and safety could be severe....
What is Dismissal? Dismissal is the termination of employment by an employer against the will of the employee. Any dismissal that occurs must be shown to have followed a fair procedure. When to dismiss an employee? Dismissal is normally deemed fair only if you...
What you need to consider before setting up your business You have a great idea for a business but don’t know where to start? Firstly, solidify your business idea by creating a business plan. Your aim with this business plan should be that anyone could pick it up and...
As we approach the Easter weekend and a further two bank holidays in May, all during the period of the job retention scheme, we have collated a few points for you to consider. Does Holiday continue to accrue during furlough? Yes, as employees remain employed during...
During these unprecedented times Clover HR want to provide you with as much support and advice as we possibly can. This is an ever evolving situation for employers. Therefore please ensure that you keep up to date with Government Guidelines or seek direct advice from...
Whether it something you realise or not, all companies have an employer brand – it’s essentially the company’s reputation and what people think of you as an employer. The CIPD define employer brand as; ‘a set of attributes and qualities, often intangible, that makes...
If you want to succeed, you need to set goals. Without goals you lack focus and direction. Goal setting…provides you a benchmark for determining whether you are actually succeeding. (source: Mind Tools) Setting goals for employees Setting goals helps employees to stay...
Raising productivity through employee engagement Employee engagement looks at the way organisations interact with employees to improve employee happiness in the workplace. This can include things such as; how employees work with others; their behaviour in the...
What is a probationary period? A probationary period is a contractual period of time at the start of an employment contract between a new employee and an organisation. During the probationary period the employee can be exempt from some contractual rights, e.g....
DISABILITY IN THE WORKPLACE Under the Equalities Act 2010 the definition of a disability in relation to employment law is defined as: “a physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ negative effect on your ability to do normal daily...
Aggravated Breach Compensation Rises to a Maximum of £20,000 from £5,000 section 16 of the Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013, introducing section 12A into the Employment Tribunals Act 1996. What is an Aggravated Breach? An Aggravated breach is a legal term...
Investigations: The Role of the Investigation Officer is Key All Employers have situations where an Employee misbehaves or becomes comfortable and complacent in their employment or the role that they do. On these occasions things may occur that require addressing via...
What is presenteeism? Presenteeism is working: when you are ill excessive hours with a reluctance to take time off. Presenteeism is an accelerating trend in the U.K. The CIPD/Simplyhealth Health and Well-being at Work survey states that Presenteeism more than tripled...
When it comes to planning for the future, CEOs are expected to know it all. Not just finding the right candidate, they are also responsible for inspiring their team to generate new ideas and constantly improve on performance. Of course, it isn’t always easy. Here are...
Nearly one in nine workers in the UK are carers. By 2030 it is estimated that the number of carers in the UK will increase by 3.4 million to 9 million. This will no doubt bring a significant increase in the number of carers in employment. The difficulties and stress...
An inquiry into sexual harassment in the workplace by the Women and Equalities Committee concludes that sexual harassment at work is widespread and commonplace but there has been a failure to tackle unlawful behaviours. The report published on the 25th July,...
Avoid having to red card your employees for unreasonable behaviour or demands during the World Cup period. If you want to hear about our previous experience of helping manage employees around such sporting events get in touch. World Cup fever will take over...
A handbook should be available for every member of staff. It is often the only literature given to personnel. Whether in a book format, or as a set of documents, this information can prove vital in protecting your business. Is it a legal requirement to issue a...
If you haven't already had your annual Christmas party, this coming Friday 15th December is the most popular night to celebrate. This event in the calendar year is for many the one chance that employers can recognise the hard work that their employees have achieved...
This Friday I will be the guest speaker at the Business Pod monthly webinar, where I will be offering general advice about how to better both performance and results within your business. We are all too aware of how precious our time is. Learning and sharing our...
Did you know that today, 12th September is National Day of Encouragement? Dedicated to enriching peoples' self belief or worth, the National Day of Encouragement was intended to make a positive impact on those around us, be it at work or in our personal lives....
What is absence management and why it's important? Absence management is when employers have processes and policies in place to help deal with employee absences and to keep levels to a minimum. It is important for employers to have good absence management processes in...
