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Clocking in and out issues

Clocking in and out issues The thought of clocking in and out often makes people think of factory workers lined up punching their clock cards down at the start or end of a shift (does Coronation Street spring to mind?)!  Clocking in and out still has huge benefits...

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP): everything you need to know

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) The impact of staff absences can have serious consequences for a business, but when it comes to paying Statutory Sick Pay it is important to ensure that business owners are aware of the intricacies of the law.  What is Statutory Sick Pay?...

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HR challenges in Logistics

Take a look at the HR challenges in Logistics   The HR challenges in logistics carry unique HR headaches: complex shift patterns; long working hours; skills development and tough regulations.  Covid has led to burnt-out employees and driver shortages as well...

Deductions from pay in retail

Deductions from pay   I want to deduct money from an employee’s pay. Is this possible?    Yes. However, there are many circumstances where you will need employees to express signed consent in order to do so, obviously, you don't need an agreement to make...

April Employment Law Changes

April Employment Law Changes 2022 Petrol, gas, and food prices are all on the rise.  The good news for employers is that the National Minimum Wage is on its way down… APRIL FOOLS.  We’re sorry to say that as well as the usual increase to the National Minimum Wage...

Why Employment Contracts are important

Employment Contracts are important  Have you googled ‘Employment contract template’?  We know you have. When was the last time you read or updated your employees’ contracts? It’s especially important in any business to get the contract right.  We’re sorry but a...

Managing tips in retail

Managing Tips in Retail   Employers are currently under no obligation to record the value of tips received or how tips are divided between their employees.  The Government has recently announced that it will bring forward legislation that will require...

Is poor attendance at work misconduct?

Is poor attendance at work misconduct?  No. The above is a very common question we are asked, and we can certainly see why. Sometimes poor attendance at work can really cause you a headache, and it can be easy to reach for disciplinary procedures to deal with poor...

What contract do I need for a fixed-term employee?

What contract do I need for a fixed-term employee? What contract do I need for a fixed-term employee? A simple, yet important question for employers looking to hire an employee for a set period of time. You might think that a fixed-term contract would be as simple...