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Driving can be one of the most dangerous work activities that people can do. Research indicates that over 100 people are killed or seriously injured every week in crashes involving someone who is driving for work purposes. As an employer, you owe the same duty of care under Health & Safety Law to your staff […]
In the run up to the World Cup, the deals on alcohol have been in full swing in most of the major supermarkets. The summer tournament for many signifies early finishes and drinks in hand whilst praying for England to reign victorious! Many of the games are on weeknights and whilst there is no harm […]
Most of us love the hot weather. It’s great to get outdoors and have fun as the temperature rises but it’s not always comfortable. High temperatures can make work feel harder and it’s not uncommon to hear complaints that it’s too hot! Most healthy people can cope with hot weather and adapt without problems but […]
It may seem a bit early to be planning for 2018 however, with less than 8 weeks to the New Year (sorry!), it isn’t actually too far away. For businesses who run their holiday year from 1st April to 31st March to fall in line with the tax year, the dates of the Bank Holidays […]
In 2007 the smoking ban was implemented across the UK; businesses and the public alike have embraced the changes over the last 10 years. The e-cigarette was created back in 2003 however their popularity and the trend of ‘vaping’ have seemingly hit a peak in the last couple of years. Whilst it is an alternative […]
Earlier this month the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) heard a case that will affect thousands of employers when it comes to calculating holiday pay. The case in question was: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council v Willetts (and others) 56 employees brought a joint claim against the council in respect of voluntary overtime not being included in […]
In what is being called a dramatic ruling, The Supreme Court have ruled in favour of Unison, against the Government, agreeing that tribunal fees are unlawful and must be scrapped. On the back of this those that have paid to bring a case to tribunal since July 2013 will be refunded. The Supreme Court judges […]
It feels like we’ve had a run of elections and votes to consider over the last year and with the result from last month’s snap election there is a chance that we (Theresa) may be called upon again in the not so distant future. This all raises the question of what you consider as acceptable […]
Rise in national living wage The NLW will increase from £7.20 an hour to £7.50 from April 2017 – a rise of 4.2 per cent for employees aged 25 and over. The minimum wage for 21 to 24-year-olds will also rise, from £6.95 to £7.05 per hour, and the rate for apprentices will increase by […]
We’re now waking up to more frosty mornings, icy pavements and the first snowfalls. As winter sets in employers need to be aware that workers who are exposed to cold, wet or icy conditions may be at risk of sustaining injuries or becoming ill. To protect your business from potential incidents & subsequent compensation claims […]