There are many things to consider when you hand in your notice. One of the hardest to work out questions can be when to hand in your notice. Jumping the gun and doing it before you’ve got an unconditional job offer in hand could be disastrous. Equally, you need to understand how much notice you […]
Employment Law
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Employees aged 13 to 15 are known as child workers. This age group have strict laws on their working hours and breaks compared to other employees. There are also restrictions on the type of work that can be undertaken. The regulations are there to make sure the education of child workers is not compromised, and […]
When young workers reach the age of 16, they are eligible to start full time work and are protected by a strict set of rules on how many hours they can work each week. This age group have lower caps on weekly working hours and enhanced breaks and rest periods until they reach the age […]
A good employment reference can be vital to landing a dream role. But what happens if the reference isn’t great. Can an employer legally give a bad reference about a current or former employee? Many people believe that ex employers are not legally allowed to give a poor reference about work performance. However, references can […]
If you’ve been signed off work due to stress, your mental health will be in a fragile state. This is doubly so if your stress is work related. If your work is contacting you during this time, it can feel intrusive and create additional pressures on your health. If you’ve been getting phone calls from […]
It’s common to worry about being fired during a probation period. A work trial can be an anxious time, and worries around making mistakes can lead to fears of dismissal. During a probationary period, notice periods and disciplinary procedures can be much shorter. But what can you do if your fears of being sacked are […]
False accusations at work can be damaging for the employee being accused, as well as being detrimental to company culture if not handled properly. When presented with an allegation of misconduct that is untrue, it is incredibly distressing. However, it is important to stay calm, and co-operate with your employers investigation process. An unfounded accusation […]
Having a second job, and being signed off sick from the other role can raise a tricky question. Can you work another job while on sick leave or must you take leave from both? This is something that an employer might take issue with. However, there are some scenarios where it would be acceptable to […]
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 […]
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 […]
