Following a very successful first 2 years, HR Anchor welcomed Megan Bell as their new Employment Law Executive Paralegal. Megan joined the business this week and will be splitting her time between both HR Anchor and Gamlins Law in her position. Megan was previously working in a private family law firm based in Winsford, Cheshire […]
HR Bombshells – when an employee delivers unexpected news Tips for Employers What can you, as an employer do when you are caught completely by surprise – and not necessarily in a good way? How can you anticipate the unknown? And protect your business in the first instance? What if an employee tells […]
The case concerned a lady called Joan Hutchinson who brought a claim against Asda. The tribunal found Mrs Hutchinson was discriminated against due to her age and disability. At the time of the incident Mrs Hutchinson was 73 years old and was suffering from dementia. The tribunal were very clear to point out that Asda […]
Elissa suggests what to do when you are taken to an employment tribunal. It can happen to any business that employs someone. It doesn’t necessarily mean you’re a bad employer or you’ve done anything wrong. Employment tribunals can be issued by anyone at any time even whilst they are in employment. It’s very rare […]
Elissa discusses pay rises Businesses may be coming up to the financial year end or perhaps pay review time. Contracts often state pay will be reviewed every year but there is no guarantee that pay will be increased. What about if the contract relates to inflation-based pay rises? Check your contract of employment to see […]
Jaimie Whiteley, Solicitor Advocate gives a run down on dismissing staff before they reach the statutory protection for unfair dismissal timescale of 2 years. Although you can dismiss a member of staff without going through the correct disciplinary or dismissal procedures we would strongly suggest you exercise caution and go through these procedures. Even though […]
Why should I use a solicitor for an employment tribunal rather than doing it for myself? Are you facing an employment tribunal? Are you considering representing yourself without using a solicitor? Jaimie Whiteley explains why it’s is best to use a solicitor in the event of an employment tribunal. It is important to consult a solicitor […]
Do I have to give my employees the extra bank holiday? Ron Davison covers the question we are hearing a lot at the minute. Do I have to allow my employees the extra bank holiday for the Queen’s Jubilee in 2022? It all comes down to the contract of employment and what it states […]
The importance of Exit Interview Tips for the employers Exit interviews are the most popular method used in the organisations to investigate why staff leave as departing employees are generally more open and forthcoming than those still in their jobs. They can help expose any potential weaknesses in your organisation’s process, culture, as well as to help […]
Elissa reports on the Sue Gray report from an employment law perspective Listen to Elissa’s recent appearances £60 fine for not working from home when you can Vaccinated employees being treated different to the unvaccinated 17/08/21 BBC Radio Wales – listen now Elissa speaks with Behnaz Akhgar about 1. Ikea cutting sick pay for […]