Redundancy Employment Law: What UK Employers Need to Get Right Redundancy employment law is one of the areas where I see well-intentioned employers come unstuck. From the very first conversation with staff, the way you handle redundancy can determine whether the...
How to Dismiss an employee with a disability Employers often ask me how dismissing an employee with a disability works in practice, especially when the situation involves long absences or performance concerns. These conversations can feel difficult. Most employers...
Dismissing an employee Many employers ask me for guidance on dismissing an employee because the process feels risky and the rules can be confusing. Even when the situation appears straightforward, the pressure to get everything right can make employers second-guess...
Understanding the reasons for dismissal and the way you handle dismissals can have a lasting impact on staff morale and carries the risk of a tribunal claim. Employers who think they have a straightforward case can find that the way they managed the process created...
Sacking someone is one of the hardest tasks any employer faces. I am sometimes asked “how can I sack an employee without ending up at a tribunal?” The reality is, you need to balance the needs of the business with legal obligations. If you get it wrong, the cost in...
How to dismiss an employee fairly is sometimes unavoidable and the law requires that employers follow a proper process and act reasonably. Failing to do so can result in tribunal claims for discrimination or unfair or wrongful dismissal. You can protect your business...
