[lwptoc skipHeadingLevel="h3"] In today's dynamic job market, understanding various employment types is crucial for both workers and employers. From full-time positions to gig economy roles, each arrangement offers unique benefits and challenges. As workplace norms evolve, staying informed about different employment categories becomes increasingly vital....
[lwptoc skipHeadingLevel="h3"] In today's collaborative workplaces, professional and personal relationships often blur. However, UK employment law distinguishes between these spheres with distinct rules and protections. This article explores the legal differences, examining how legislation defines and regulates work interactions, and potential issues when lines overlap....
It is always worth getting independent legal advice if you have experienced any form of misconduct, discrimination, or other kinds of harassment or mistreatment while at work. This advice may well lead to you taking your case to an employment tribunal. An employment tribunal will hear your case and...
A grievance procedure is a process that allows employees to raise a complaint with their employer. There are some steps that employees should take if they are facing a problem or want to make a complaint about their employer as well as things that they...
If you become pregnant, there are numerous employment rights and potential benefits that are important to be aware of. Most importantly, rights to maternity leave and maternity pay. However, to make full use of these benefits, it is vital to be aware of precisely what...
The Origins of Employment Tribunals Employment tribunals are not a new thing. They were previously called industrial tribunals and first took place in 1964. Initially, employment tribunals only dealt with a small number of issues. As time has moved on, there are more and more reasons why...
In recent years in the UK, there has been a great deal of work in UK employment law to safeguard disabled workers’ rights. These rights extend not only to employees but also to potential employees during the application process. The main bulk of legislation that provides...
Employment Law is a wide-ranging term covering all parts of employment. It includes everything from recruitment practices, contracts, discrimination, as well as unfair dismissal. Why do we have Employment Law? Employment Law serves as a regulator between an employee and a business. In complying with...
There are many different reasons why a secondment might be a good idea. For example, it is an opportunity for an employee to develop new skills in another department or company. In turn, this can yield a range of benefits to the company or department...
Confidentiality agreements or non-disclosure agreements (NDA) are a regular aspect of many sectors, employment being one of them. Employers often use them to ensure an employee or ex-employee stays quiet about certain aspects of the job or company. In the UK, while also being used to protect certain...
The Supreme Court abolished the need to pay for employment tribunals on 26th July 2017. You can now receive a refund for your tribunal fees. From 15th November 2017, you are now able to have your fee reimbursed. The Government has estimated that they will...
Have you ever searched through the job market for your dream job? Did you try to do so alone? You may have felt overwhelmed by the number and variety of promoted posts advertised in your field. Did you ever wonder if you had the right...
Having a job is one of the most critical aspects of the lives of many people. A vast portion of the population builds their lives around their work. Due to this, it is essential to ensure that your working environment is a positive one. Often,...
'Bullying' commonly conjures up images of children running around a playground, making fun of one another. Although childhood bullies should outgrow their disrespectful and unruly behaviours, this does not always happen. Workplace bullying remains a terrible issue for both employees and employers. Harassment in the workplace can...
Are you a small business owner who pays a large sum of National insurance each year? Are you aware of a scheme that can reduce this cost for your company? You may be eligible to apply for the Employment Allowance. What is the Employment Allowance?...
Everyone in the UK is entitled to a State Pension once they have reached a certain age. The purpose of this pension is to make sure that everyone has as a secure source of income that will help support them through their old age. This...
So you have been struggling to find a job, perhaps you want to become an agency worker? What does this entail? Agency workers do not necessarily have the same right as usual employees in an organisation. For example, recruitment agencies are in charge of timesheets...
Workplaces can be volatile environments, and sometimes disputes arise that are hard or even impossible to resolve internally. These issues can arise for any number of reasons; from health and safety concerns, to pay disputes and improper conduct. Any of these issues can cause strain...
Employment and Support Allowance: What it is, who is eligible, and how to apply Do you have a disability or sickness that hinders your ability to work? If so, you may qualify for the Employment and Support Allowance (ESA). The ESA is a weekly allowance....
Surprisingly, very few employees are aware of all their rights! With there being such tremendous competition for many jobs, too often we focus all our energy on not only trying our very best to land our dream job but also on keeping it. The latter,...
