Many businesses have embraced social media both as a successful marketing tool (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and as a means of instant and direct communication with their workforce (WhatsApp and similar platforms). WhatsApp’s accessibility, functionality (group messaging, search etc) and user-friendly design make it useful for communicating with colleagues but using it in a work setting… [Read More]

Dealing with unauthorised absence can be challenging, but a structured approach helps minimise disruption while ensuring legal compliance. Here’s how to respond effectively: Good communication is essential When an employee is absent without permission: Withholding pay Employees aren’t entitled to pay during unauthorised absences. Inform payroll and the employee that wages are being withheld. This… [Read More]

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is a government-mandated payment provided by employers to eligible employees who are unable to work due to illness. It ensures a basic level of income during periods of incapacity. However, the requirement to pay SSP is limited. There are clear rules and employers must be aware of them to make sure… [Read More]

UK employers must use worker sponsor licences to hire non-settled workers. There are several ways that employees can be ‘sponsored’ including Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility, Creative Person Worker and International Sportsman licences. These licences can be expensive, costing thousands of pounds, plus an additional £239 fee for a Certificate of Sponsorship. Some employers ask… [Read More]

Most employment contracts can be ended by either party serving notice to terminate them. How much notice is required is usually set out in the contract of employment. If the contract does not specify, then statute steps in. Here are 10 things all employers should know about notice periods and pay. It’s important to understand… [Read More]