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Limits on non-compete clauses
Government to introduce limits on non-compete clauses in contractsNon-compete clauses, otherwise known as restrictive covenants or post-termination restrictions, are used in contracts to restrict an employee from working for a competing business for a set...
What is ‘SOSR’ for dismissal?
SOSR, otherwise known as Some Other Substantial Reason, is one of the five potentially fair reasons for dismissal under section 98 of the Employment Rights Act 1996.SOSR can be used when a dismissal isn’t covered by one of the other four reasons outlined...
How can employers protect themselves during the recruitment process?
There is an increasing trend of candidates backing out of job offers.But why has this become such a hot topic?The current competitive job market can mean candidates are faced with more than one job offer and in the worst cases, candidates accept an offer...
How can employers deal with persistent short-term sickness leave?
According to a YouGov poll commissioned by Acas, 26% of employers have seen a rise in sickness absence levels compared to August/September 2023.2023 statistics from the Office for National Statistics suggest that working time lost to sickness in 2022...
New changes to paternity leave
New changes to paternity leave will provide more flexibility to eligible employees.Another upcoming change to legislation, as part of the recent Government focus on family-friendly reforms, reports that there will be more flexibility for employees who are...
Employers rights to asking about criminal investigations
Can employers ask if an employee is facing criminal investigation or charges?While an employer can ask whether an employee has been arrested, there is no obligation on the part of the employee to disclose this information, unless they meet either of the...
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