The Employment Law & HR Podcast

Alison Colley, Solicitor from Real Employment Law Advice

Essential Information for Employers, Managers, HR Professionals and anyone involved with staff and employees.

  • 17 minutes 46 seconds
    Redundancy Protection on Maternity Leave

    In this episode 235 of the podcast I bring you all the detail about a recent case decided by the Employment Appeal Tribunal, Hunter V Carnival plc in which the Appeal Tribunal considered the protection provided by regulation 10 of the Maternity and Parental Leave Regulations 1999.

    In this episode we cover:

    • The protection provided to women on maternity leave by regulation 10 of the Maternity and Parental Leave Regulations 1999.
    • The analysis of a suitable alternative vacancy in the context of maternity leave protection when a redundancy situation arises.
    • What employers have to consider if they are making redundancies when an employee is on maternity leave or another period of family leave.
    • What the difference is between reducing numbers of staff in a role and creating new reduced number roles.

    You can read the full judgment here: Hunter v Carnival plc

     

      Sexual Harassment Training Requirements: Prevention Obligation Webinar Training for Managers

    20th November at 10am

     90-minute training webinar to ensure they understand what sexual harassment is, how to prevent sexual harassment and reporting and investigation obligations and processes.

    Each webinar is 90 Minutes, and the cost is £81.96 per person.

    To book please head to Eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sexual-harassment-prevention-training-for-managers-tickets-1059654728819?aff=oddtdtcreator

     

    Marie Fall, Chief People and Culture Officer from Axel Arigato had this to say about the training provided:

     “We recently participated in a workshop led by Alison Colley on sexual harassment prevention, and it exceeded our expectations in every way. Alison brought an engaging and structured approach, delivering critical insights with clarity and depth. The session was interactive, making the complex topic accessible and relatable for all our leaders. The feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive, highlighting both the quality of the content and Alison’s expert facilitation. We left feeling equipped and motivated to foster a safe, respectful workplace culture. Thank you, Alison, for an impactful session!”

      DIY Training for Employees – £18 per person (inclusive of VAT)

    We have also created a training programme for all employees so that they understand what Sexual Harassment is, how to report and what they should be doing to help prevent sexual harassment.

    The training can be completed as required and will take approximately 75 minutes to complete. For more information or to access the course please go to:

    We are also offering a discount for bulk orders to please contact me by mail [email protected] for more information.

    Certificates will be provided for all attendees as proof of training.

      Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

      Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

      Zoes Law

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    11 November 2024, 9:42 am
  • 27 minutes 47 seconds
    Employment Rights Bill 2024: Key information

    On the 10th October 2024 the biggest reform of employment law for many years was published in the form of the Employment Rights Bill.

    In this episode 234 of the podcast I bring you all the detail about the changes to employment law. In this episode we cover:

    • Sexual Harassment ‘all’ steps prevention
    • Employees who make a sexual harassment disclosure will become a ‘protected disclosure’ for whistleblowing protection
    • Employers will be liable to third party harassment
    • Removal of the unfair dismissal qualifying period
    • Introduction of a statutory probation period
    • Regulation on zero and low hours contracts
    • Additional rights for those on zero hours or low hour contracts
    • Additional pregnancy protection from dismissal
    • Additional protection for those who take family leave
    • End to employers ability to dismiss employees who refuse a change to their contract terms
    • Additional requirements for employers to justify the decision to refuse a request for flexible working
    • Removal of the waiting period for statutory sick pay so it will be available from day 1 of employment
    • Bereavement leave available for all
    • Paternity and parental leave will be available from day one of employment
    • Change to how you calculate the numbers for collective redundancy
    • Creation of a fair work agency
    • Trade Union reform including requirement for employers to set out in a written statement that the worker has the right to join a trade union

    You can read the full bill here: https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/3737

      Sexual Harassment prevention paperwork

    For £100 plus VAT you can now download the following documents to get you started with your obligation to prevent sexual harassment:

    Sexual harassment risk assessment – organisation wide Sexual Harassment Policy Template & Guidance Note Sexual Harassment Investigation flow chart Notice to issue to all staff Training record Timetable for annual review Investigation guidance for managers

    You can download now here: Sexual Harassment Prevention Documents for Employers

     

     

    Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

     

     

    Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

      Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

     

     

     

     

     

     

    Photo by Deniz Fuchidzhiev on Unsplash

    14 October 2024, 9:16 am
  • 16 minutes 7 seconds
    New Sexual Harassment Law: Important change for all employers

    From the 26th October 2024 a new proactive duty to prevent sexual harassment comes into force and will apply to all employers regardless of size.

    In this episode 233 of the podcast I bring you all the detail about the change in the law as well as my advice and recommendations on what employers should be doing to ensure compliance. In this episode we cover:

    • What the new legal obligation means.
    • The consequences of not complying with the new obligation.
    • The steps that employers should take to ensure minimum compliance.
    • Why an annual review is needed.
    • Why training for managers and all staff is important.

     

    Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

     

     

    Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

      Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

    30 September 2024, 8:00 am
  • 22 minutes 30 seconds
    What happens when an employee takes confidential information?

    We are often called upon by both employers and employees to advise in situations where a departing employee has taken documents or confidential information belonging to their employer.

    Sometimes this is completely innocent and there is no intention on the part of the employee to exploit the information, and in others it is taken with the intent to use in their new employment, either way this can be very worrying for employers.

    In this episode 232 of the podcast I bring you a run down of the key things employers can do if they find themselves in a situation where confidential information has been taken and how to safeguard and prevent the loss in the first place. In this episode we cover:

    • The reasons why departing employees may take confidential information or documents,
    • The immediate steps employers should take when they find out that an employee has taken confidential information.
    • The legal options available including obtaining an injunction and/or damages.
    • The potential criminal consequences of taking confidential information or documents.
    • Steps that employers can take during an employee’s employment to safeguard data.
    • The importance of a robust confidentiality clause in employment contracts.
    • When a non-disclosure agreement may be required.
    • Why you should consider post-termination restrictions in your employee contracts.
    • The points to note to ensure post-termination restrictions are enforceable.
    • Why having robust IT processes and regular audits is important.
     

     

    Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

     

     

    Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

    13 September 2024, 9:43 am
  • 32 minutes 28 seconds
    How can employers make it easier for parents to return to work after a period of family leave

    In this episode 231 of the podcast I bring you an interview with Alice Derbyshire who is a specialist coach and speaker and who works with parents and employers on making the transition back to work as easy as possible.

    In this episode of the podcast we cover:

    • What the key issues are for HR and managers to consider.
    • Tips on how to reintegrate new parents back to the workplace.
    • Why communication is key to a successful return to work.
    • Why both employee and employer have a role to play in making it a success.
    • The importance of one to one and or performance reviews before someone leaves for maternity leave.
    • Why you need to have a plan in place for breastfeeding employees.
    • Health and safety reviews for pregnant employees and new mums.
    • The importance of putting in place touch points during parental leave.

     

    Alice has also produced a document for you ‘Return to work from Parental Leave – 3 Easy Steps to Success’ which you can download for free here: HERE

     

    Alice Derbyshire

    I want my kids to go to work and see a balance of men and women at every level of the organisation. To see role models that look and feel like them; to know that it’s possible to succeed regardless of their gender. I work with businesses who care about this too; supporting you to get structural balance from the bottom to the top.

    Leadership Coaching | Leadership Development | Parental Transitions | Workshops | Consultancy

    What clients say:

    “Alice is one of those rare individuals who understands the world we work in and how to impact business quickly. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough if you need an exceptional person to help your business grow through the people that you employ.” – Managing Director

    “You are perceptive, kind, and challenging in the most supportive way. How wonderful it is to see small tweaks have such a positive transformation on my leadership impact. I’ve learnt so much in a short time.” – Senior Global Marketing Director

    You can contact Alice:

    By phone: +44(0)7789 555626

    Book time with Alice on Calendly

    Find out more – www.alicedarbyshire.com

    See Alice’s experience on LinkedIn 

    Follow her musings on Instagram

     

    Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

     

    Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

     

    Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

    19 July 2024, 9:00 am
  • 15 minutes 24 seconds
    Setting your employees up for success

    We are often called upon by employers and managers to advise on situations where issues with performance arise with employees, and the manager/employer has reached the end of their patience with the individual.

    We are also regularly asked by employers about how to manage employees who do not do what is required or are not up to standards.

    Whilst we can advise and resolve issues using a formal performance management process it is much better to head off the issues at an early stage and avoid the formal process altogether. In this episode 230 of the podcast I bring you a run down of the key things you can do to set your employees up for success. In this episode of the podcast we cover:

    • Assessing and checking if you and your team understand their role and contribution to the business
    • How to start in setting out goals and targets for each employee
    • Why it is important to have the goals and targets and aims in place
    • How it will help you in the long run
    • How to proactively manage your team
    • Why it is important to proactively manage your team
    • What typically happens when the foundation work has not been done
    • Why it inevitably leads to a dispute if the foundation is not in place and proactively managed
    • The action points that you can take now to set up for success and prevent problems from arising
        Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

        Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

      Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

     

     

     

     

     

    Photo by Carlos Muza on Unsplash

    5 July 2024, 11:27 am
  • 24 minutes
    Directors employment rights

    In recent weeks we have been advising several directors (who also happen to be shareholders) of companies where there has been some sort of fall out with fellow directors (and shareholders) leading to that person being dismissed from their role as director and in turn their employment. In this episode 229 of the podcast I bring you a run down of the employment rights that apply to directors who are employees of the business.

    I also cover my tips on avoiding disputes and how to resolve them quickly in the event of a dispute arising.

    In this episode of the podcast we cover:

    • When a director is also an employee.
    • The rights of directors who are also employees.
    • Why you need to have an employment contract and clear terms in place at the outset.
    • The importance of company documentation.
    • Why you need to have targets and goals for directors that are measurable.
    • Why you should caution against dismissing a director from their employment merely because they are no longer able to be a director.
     

     

    Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

     

     

    Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

      Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

    21 June 2024, 9:00 am
  • 19 minutes 30 seconds
    Unfair Dismissal: Frequently Asked Questions?
    Episode 6: Listener questions answered about disciplinary issues & unfair dismissal

    In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I will answer some of the most frequently asked questions from Employers about how to deal with disciplinary issues and how to avoid a claim for unfair dismissal. This is the final of 6 episodes that focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with dismissals and what constitutes a fair dismissal.

    In this episode 228 I will cover:
    • What to do if an employee fails to attend a disciplinary hearing
    • What to do if an employee is signed off sick during the disciplinary process
    • My suggestion on how you should handle matters if an employee asks to be accompanied at the hearing by someone other than a trade union rep or work colleague
    • How to handle things if you have a small business and you are the only person able to deal with the investigation process and disciplinary hearing
    • How you should deal with the expiry of a Fixed-Term Contract
    • What procedures apply to the expiry of a Fixed-Term Contract
    Action Points

    If you receive a claim against you in the Employment Tribunal you should get advice to help to mitigate your losses.

    Helpful Links

    Employment Rights Act 1996 

    ACAS Code of Practice

    Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    The types of training we can deliver for you are:

    • An introduction to the Equality Act
    • Equality and Diversity Training
    • An introduction to disciplinary & grievance processes and the law
    • Holding effective 1:1’s
    • Appraisal training—Introduction
    • Appraisal training—Refresher
    • Holding difficult conversations
    • Effective root cause analysis
    • Giving and receiving effective feedback
    • Dealing with change & change management
    • Time management
    • Absence management
    • How to carry out a disciplinary investigation
    • Managing the disciplinary process
    • Managing the grievance process
    • Performance and capability management
    • Assertiveness & managing confidently
    • The skills required to be a good manager
    • An introduction to mental health at work for managers

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

    Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

    Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

    7 June 2024, 1:11 pm
  • 24 minutes 13 seconds
    Unfair Dismissal: Compensation & Remedies Episode 5

    In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I will tell you what the compensation could be for an employee who is successful in a claim for unfair dismissal and the other lesser used remedies. This is the fifth of 6 episodes that will focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with dismissals and what constitutes a fair dismissal.

      In this episode 227 I will cover:
    • What the remedies are for unfair dismissal.
    • What the difference is between an order for reinstatement and an order for re-engagement.
    • How compensation for unfair dismissal is calculated.
    • What the ‘Basic Award’s is.
    • What the ‘Compensatory Award’ includes.
    • What the Statutory Cap means.
    • How causation effects compensation for unfair dismissal.
    • What a Polkey deduction is.
    • How the employees contributory fault can reduce compensation.
    • What will happen if an employee has been claiming state benefits.
    • Why an employee must try to mitigate their loss.
    • Why employers should consider all of these issues in their defence and in producing evidence.
      Action Points

    If you receive a claim against you in the Employment Tribunal you should get advice to help to mitigate your losses.

      Helpful Links

    Employment Rights Act 1996 

    ACAS Code of Practice

     

      Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    The types of training we can deliver for you are:

    • An introduction to the Equality Act
    • Equality and Diversity Training
    • An introduction to disciplinary & grievance processes and the law
    • Holding effective 1:1’s
    • Appraisal training—Introduction
    • Appraisal training—Refresher
    • Holding difficult conversations
    • Effective root cause analysis
    • Giving and receiving effective feedback
    • Dealing with change & change management
    • Time management
    • Absence management
    • How to carry out a disciplinary investigation
    • Managing the disciplinary process
    • Managing the grievance process
    • Performance and capability management
    • Assertiveness & managing confidently
    • The skills required to be a good manager
    • An introduction to mental health at work for managers

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

      Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

      Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

    24 May 2024, 10:00 am
  • 24 minutes 50 seconds
    Unfair Dismissal: The ACAS Code of Practice Episode 4

    In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I bring you a run down of the requirements of the ACAS code of practice. This is the fourth of 6 episodes that will focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with dismissals and what constitutes a fair dismissal.

    In this episode 226 I will cover:
    • What the purpose of the ACAS Code of Practice is
    • The background to the Code of Practice
    • What the essential elements of the Code of Practice are
    • When the ACAS Code is applicable
    • What the consequences are of failing to follow the Code
    • Why you should have it in mind when dealing with conduct, performance and some other substantial reasons
    • What you need to do to fairly investigate alleged conduct
    • What you need to consider before dismissing an employee
    Action Points

    Ensure anyone assigned to deal with a disciplinary investigation and the disciplinary hearing in your organisation listens to this episode and downloads an up to date copy of the ACAS code of practice.

    Check your contracts and procedures to ensure that your disciplinary procedure is not contractual.

    Helpful Links

    Employment Rights Act 1996 

    ACAS Code of Practice

     

        Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    The types of training we can deliver for you are:

    • An introduction to the Equality Act
    • Equality and Diversity Training
    • An introduction to disciplinary & grievance processes and the law
    • Holding effective 1:1’s
    • Appraisal training—Introduction
    • Appraisal training—Refresher
    • Holding difficult conversations
    • Effective root cause analysis
    • Giving and receiving effective feedback
    • Dealing with change & change management
    • Time management
    • Absence management
    • How to carry out a disciplinary investigation
    • Managing the disciplinary process
    • Managing the grievance process
    • Performance and capability management
    • Assertiveness & managing confidently
    • The skills required to be a good manager
    • An introduction to mental health at work for managers

    Please drop me an email [email protected]

        Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts

    As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – [email protected] or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

    Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006

    We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents

    We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE

      Zoes Law

    Raising awareness of melanoma and skin cancer. You can find more information here: https://www.facebook.com/zoepanayilaw

    12 April 2024, 5:20 am
  • 26 minutes 49 seconds
    Unfair Dismissal: The Reasonableness of Dismissal Episode 3

    In this weeks’ episode of the podcast I bring you information and analysis of the second test for a fair dismissal, the reasonableness test. This is the third of 6 episodes that will focus on all of the key aspects of unfair dismissal, including everything you need to know to really get to grips with dismissals and what constitutes a fair dismissal.

    In this episode 225 I will cover:
    • What the test for reasonableness is in accordance with the Employment Rights Act 1996
    • The two elements of a reasonable dismissal, Procedure and Substantive Fairness
    • What the fundamentals are for a reasonable dismissal decision
    • The different reasonableness and procedural requirements for each of the potentially fair reasons
    • What the range of reasonable responses test is
    • What you need to do to fairly investigate a conduct allegation
    • What you can do if you have more than one ‘suspect’ in an allegation of misconduct
    • How to deal with performance issues in order to fairly dismiss an employee for poor performance
    • What you need to consider before dismissing an employee
      Action Points

    Ensure anyone assigned to deal with a disciplinary investigation and the disciplinary hearing in your organisation listens to this episode.

      Helpful Links

    Employment Rights Act 1996 

    BHS v Burchell 

     

    Training for your Team

    Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.

    The types of training we can deliver for you are:

    • An introduction to the Equality Act
    • Equality and Diversity Training
    • An introduction to disciplinary & grievance processes and the law
    • Holding effective 1:1’s
    • Appraisal training—Introduction
    • Appraisal training—Refresher
    • Holding difficult conversations
    • Effective root cause analysis
    • Giving and receiving effective feedback
    • Dealing with change & change management
    • Time management
    • Absence management
    • How to carry out a disciplinary investigation
    • Managing the disciplinary process
    • Managing the grievance process
    • Performance and capability management
    • Assertiveness & managing confidently
    • The skills required to be a good manager
    • An introduction to mental health at work for managers

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