Articles by Kirsty McCubbin:

Mobile Coffee Van Business – Setting Up Guide

Does a world without coffee even turn? If this is something you’ve sometimes pondered then the likelihood is that you love your coffee fix. Perhaps you love it enough to set up a mobile coffee van business so everyone else can enjoy that cup of awesomeness. If you’re passionate about coffee already, then becoming a […]

How to Get a P45 from a Previous Employer? Can You Get a Copy Online?

When you start a new job, your employer will ask you for a vital PAYE document your previous employer should have issued. But how do you get a P45 if it’s not been provided to you? Can you get a P45 online? Your employer is legally obligated to provide you with a P45 within a […]

What Are You Allowed To Do When Off Sick? Acceptable Activities

Thinking about what are you allowed to do when off sick can weigh heavily on your mind. Workers can be concerned about what types of activity are acceptable when signed off. Nobody wants to be accused of dishonesty. Some people even worry about whether is OK to be seen out of the house during sick […]

Mental Health Sick Leave – Your Rights, Getting Signed Off, & How to Call In

Requesting mental health sick leave is no different to being signed off work for any other type of medical condition. If you are wondering if it’s acceptable to call in sick for mental health conditions such as anxiety, stress, or depression, be reassured that you are entitled to do so. Your mental health is no […]

Can You Go On Holiday Whilst on Sick Leave? What if a Break is Booked Already?

It might seem like a red flag if an employee is on sick leave and decides to take a break. But can you go on holiday whilst on sick leave? In fact, there are many scenarios where taking a break when off sick is perfectly acceptable. If you’re off sick and are wondering if it’s […]

What to Do if an Employer Won’t Give a P45?

Leaving a job and starting a new role can be challenging, particularly if your former employer won’t give you a P45 promptly. The information reported on this PAYE form gives payroll at your new employer the information they need to make sure you are placed on the correct tax code. In turn, this impacts how […]

How to Get Signed Off Work With Stress – Taking Time Off For Mental Health

Many people experience stress in day to day life. It might be work related or a response to personal problems. Sometimes the strain on your mental health can become so severe it affects your ability to perform day to day tasks. This can include your job, which may mean you need to be signed off […]

Apprentice Rights & Entitlements in 2023 – Employment Conditions Guide

Most apprentices are young workers. This type of vocational training can begin once an employee is 16 years or older. Many are school leavers, so the process may seem a little daunting. There can also be confusion about apprentice entitlements and employment rights. They will be keen to learn their rights as they embark on […]

Class F Fire Guide – Extinguishers & Prevention

Class F fires must be handled carefully with the right extinguisher so that they are put out safely and swiftly. Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher on a fire can increase the risk of injury to the person discharging it. Oil and grease fires can be particularly dangerous if an unsuitable extinguisher is used. […]

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