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Banter and Bystanders: the wide reach of harassment claims

Banter and Bystanders: the wide reach of harassment claims

Under the Equality Act 2010, harassment is defined as unwanted conduct related to a protected characteristic that violates someone’s dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile,…

Notice pay when an employee is on sick leave

Notice pay when an employee is on sick leave

When an employee is on sick leave during their notice period, working out what they are owed in notice pay isn’t always straightforward. Surprisingly, it…

Lone-working in the UK: legal rules and practical tips

Lone-working in the UK: legal rules and practical tips

Over the summer, a social media video showing a fast-food employee in the US single-handedly running a fast-food outlet went viral. The video, taken by…

Handling disciplinary hearings where the employee goes off sick

Handling disciplinary hearings where the employee goes off sick

The Acas Code of Practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures says that disciplinary processes should proceed ‘without delay’ - but what can employers do if…

Lights, Camera, Caution: When employee misconduct becomes a Police matter

Lights, Camera, Caution: When employee misconduct becomes a Police matter

The BBC recently launched an investigation into two Strictly Come Dancing stars, after claims of  cocaine use. Although we know very few of the details,…

‘Mouse Jiggler’ makes the dictionary: what it tells us about remote work culture

‘Mouse Jiggler’ makes the dictionary: what it tells us about remote work culture

Language evolves to reflect society. The words we officially adopt into dictionaries are often a signpost of broader cultural shifts. So it’s no surprise that…