Contracts and Handbooks

Large retailers using temporary contracts or agency staff in their supply chains could face employment law changes brought in by The Taylor Review.  Former Labour party official Matthew Taylor spearheaded the 115-page report, published on 11 July,...

Following on from our look at the top five myths about fixed terms contracts ( available here ), this month we look at some of the common misconceptions about notice and notice periods. The employer can refuse to accept an employee’s resignation. ...

When used correctly, fixed-term employment contracts are an effective tool for matching staffing levels with the needs of the business. However, there are some surprising myths about fixed-term employment contracts that can lead even seasoned HR...

Bring your own device (“BYOD”) is a practice that allows employees to use personal mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets and laptops for business purposes. Many employers are delighted by the concept – employees are able to work...

Over the summer months we have seen many clients updating their standard employment contracts in preparation for hiring new staff in September.  Whether or not to have probationary periods has been an issue debated by a number of managers and HR...

From September 2013, employers will be permitted to give a new employee shares in the employer’s business in return for the new employee giving up some fundamental employment rights.  Shares awarded under the new arrangements enjoy generous tax...

Fixed term contracts are a favoured tool for employers looking for both certainty and flexibility in their workforce. However, it is a common misconception that fixed term workers have less employment protections than permanent employees. There are a number...

Dear Auntie We have recently undertaken Disclosure and Barring Service checks (previously Criminal Records Bureau checks) against all members of staff working on a project for one of our biggest clients, SuperClient.  They recently added a new...

On 19 December 2012, the Supreme Court handed down its decision in the ongoing battle between Mr Geys and Societe Generale over the termination of Mr Geys’ employment contract. Fox Williams advised Mr Geys throughout his successful litigation. In this...

With Valentines Day just around the corner many are planning that special something for their loved ones. But should an employer be worried if their employees are preparing to spend those special moments with a colleague? The increasing tendency to spend...