Articles by Kirsty McCubbin:

Can My Employer Take Money From My Wages For Mistakes?

If you’ve made a mistake at work, you might be under pressure to make the situation right. But can an employer take money from wages for mistakes without your consent? In this type of situation, it is vital to stay calm and know your rights. Some employers may feel entitled to recoup their loss. However, […]

Does Drink Driving Show on a DBS & How Long Does the Conviction Stay on Record?

If you need to do a background check for a job application, you might be concerned about whether drink driving offences show on DBS checks. If you’ve had any sort of driving conviction, it’s understandable to be worried about what will show up during pre employment checks. Our guide looks at what will show up […]

Being Accused of Bullying at Work? What to Do & Your Rights

For most of us, school is a distant memory, but bullying is not limited to playgrounds. It can happen in the workplace, and can have profound impacts upon the victims and the culture of the workplace itself. But what if you’re accused of bullying at work? Being accused of being a bully in the workplace […]

I’ve Been Accused of Harassment at Work – What Should I Do?

Being accused of harassment at work is stressful, particularly if the accusation regards sexual harassment. When allegations surface, an employer has a duty of care to all parties involved and they must make sure they conduct a full investigation. If you’ve been accused of workplace harassment, you may be suspended to allow an investigation to […]

I Have Been Underpaid at Work – What are My Rights?

A significant number of UK workers encounter issues with being underpaid at work each year. If your employer makes deductions from your wages, or makes errors with payroll it is vital to understand your rights. There are strict protections in UK law to prevent unlawful wage deductions, and underpayment of wages in some scenarios. Our […]

Can an Employer Withhold Pay? Unlawful Wage Deductions Law Guide UK

Work and money go hand in hand. The fundamental nature of an employment contract is that your workplace gives you money in exchange for your labour. But can an employer withhold pay and stay on the right side of the law? Regardless of what your contract of employment says about deductions, there are statutory rights […]

Overpaid by Employer After Leaving – Do I Have to Pay it Back?

When leaving a job, it’s not uncommon for employees to experience payroll errors. Final pay miscalculation can cause a headache, particularly if you are overpaid by your employer after leaving. In more rare situations, workers can find the company failed to take them off the payroll, meaning their salary continued to be paid. If this […]

My Employer Overpaid Me – What Are My Rights if it’s not my Fault?

When payroll errors are made they can go unnoticed, sometimes for extended periods. If you’ve discovered your employer has overpaid you, and intends to recoup the overpayment via wage deductions, you’ll be understandably anxious. Even if it’s not your fault your employer overpaid your wages, they have the right to be repaid. However, companies must […]

Can an Employer Reduce Your Salary? When are Pay Reductions Legal?

Work has been ticking along just so, your salary is good and the bills are covered with enough left for some spending money. But if you’ve just discovered your employer has plans to reduce your salary, you’ll be understandably concerned. There are times when it can be legal for an employer to reduce pay, but […]

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