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28th September 2016 How to calculate working time
What is included in work time? Working time is defined as any period during which a worker is working, so how do you calculate working time?
21st September 2016 Can you refuse an employee’s choice of representative?
Employees are entitled to have representation in a disciplinary hearing, we advise on whether you can refuse an employee’s choice of representative
12th September 2016 EVENT: Menta “Let’s Talk People” – 11th October 2016
Join the expert Panel at this Menta event "Let's Talk People". Carole Burman, MAD-HR MD joins them to present to attendees
12th September 2016 EVENT: Menta “Being and Employer. What you must know”
Charlotte Bate of our own MAD-HR is speaking at the Menta Employment Training event, "Being an Employer. What You Must Know."
9th September 2016 How much could focusing on childcare cost you at interview?
Recruitment process: Tribunal saw an interviewer fined £2K for discrimination for asking childcare-related questions during an interview.
6th September 2016 How to manage a potential employees poor sickness history
This case law looks at how to manage a potential employees poor sickness history and what decisions you should make when employing people
5th September 2016 How to be a great accountant
MAD-HR can add value to your business and therefore your clients' business. Dont' just be a good accountant, be a great accountant
5th September 2016 How to help your client’s business grow
As a trusted Advisor, you have put in much work to help your client, here's how you can further help your client's business grow
3rd September 2016 How the dismissal of baker for not washing hands was fair
Although it sounds extreme, a tribunal has upheld this case and explains How the dismissal of baker for not washing hands was fair
2nd September 2016 Disciplinary Outcome Letters – 6 things you must include
So the hearing is over and you need to tie it up appropriately. Read our 6 points to include in Disciplinary outcome letters.
26th August 2016 5 Top Tips on avoiding constructive dismissal claims
When an employee feels like they have no alternative than to leave you need our 5 Top Tips on avoiding constructive dismissal claims
25th August 2016 Is it legal to record workplace meetings in the UK?
An employee may wish to make a recording of a work meeting for a number of reasons. Read about How to manage employee requests to record meetings
18th August 2016 Meet Carole and hear how HR and PR are connected
Carole Burman will be at the Menta 'Meet the Journalists' event on 13th September 2016 and MAD-HR are sponsors. Hear how HR and PR are connected
18th August 2016 Genuine vs Malicious Grievances: How to tell the difference
This blog provides you with free HR resources and expertise as we look at how to assess if a grievance is genuine and the steps to take.
17th August 2016 No more exclusivity allowed in zero hour contracts
It is not illegal to put exclusivity clauses in zero hour contracts, we guide you through the rules so you can protect your business
13th August 2016 How can a probationary period help your business?
Whilst not a legal requirement, there are lots of benefits to performance managing new starters. We explore how a probationary period help your business
8th August 2016 How to manage and lead organisational change
One of the most challenging business areas, read our helpful blog on How to manage and lead organisational change effectively
7th August 2016 Does smelling of alcohol justify dismissal?
An employee turns up smelling of the night before. What are your options? Does the fact they are smelling of alcohol justify dismissal?
6th August 2016 What you need to know about this hotly awaited Appeal hearing
This case has been discussed at several Appeal Courts and hear we give you What you need to know about this hotly awaited Appeal hearing
5th August 2016 Told to wear a skirt and make up – discrimination payout
Sexism in the workplace is reported as more common than we think, we look at a sex discrimination payout for waitress told to be ‘easy on the eye’
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