Making employment contract changes UK-wide requires thought, care, and legal knowledge. Whether you’re updating terms and conditions, adding clauses, or revising policies, getting the process right is essential. Poorly handled changes can lead to disputes,...
If you’re an employer dealing with an employee taking unpaid leave without permission — or refusing to return — you’re likely wondering whether this constitutes a disciplinary matter. The line between authorised absence and misconduct can be tricky to...
Contractual notice period changes are more than just a line in a contract — they can have serious legal and practical implications for your business. Whether you’re adjusting notice terms for new hires or updating existing contracts, it’s vital to get it right....
Handling redundancies is one of the most difficult responsibilities for any employer. When faced with restructuring, downsizing, or closing parts of your business, it’s crucial to follow fair and legal procedures. One of the most important elements is applying fair...
Employment Tribunal Early Conciliation: What Employers Need to Know Employment tribunal early conciliation is a process that all employers in the UK need to understand. It offers a critical opportunity to resolve workplace disputes before they escalate into a...
Managing new hires during their initial period of employment is critical to long-term team performance and workplace harmony. A well-structured probationary period gives you time to assess suitability, but what if things don’t work out? In this guide, we explore...
When you’re managing redundancies, it’s easy to focus on the legal process — consultation, selection criteria, and notice periods. But one crucial obligation that employers sometimes overlook is an employee’s legal right to time off to job hunt redundancy...
When your business is facing redundancy, restructuring, or closure, it’s essential to understand the collective consultation requirements UK law requires. Failing to follow the rules can lead to legal claims, financial penalties, and reputational damage. At EBS...
Handling redundancies is always a difficult and sensitive task for any employer. To avoid legal risk and maintain staff trust, you must follow a fair and legally compliant redundancy consultation process UK. From understanding when consultations are required, to...
Employers are facing a major shift: soon, employees may be able to claim day one unfair dismissal rights. Traditionally, UK workers needed two years’ service to bring a claim, but the Government plans to abolish this qualifying period. As John Bloor from EBS Law, I’ll...
