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Gambling issues at work
In the Gambling Act 2005, gambling is defined as gaming, betting, and participating in a lottery.For some, gambling is harmless fun, but for others, it can develop into a serious addiction.Choosing to gamble is not in itself a problem.When gambling begins...
Christmas Workplace Woes!
After a two-year break from festive fun due to the pandemic, many of us are back to normal and enjoying our Christmas parties but merriments can sometimes bring unplanned pitfalls and challenges to our business.So, what are they and how should we...
Updates on Acas guidance for suspensions in the workplace
In September 2022, Acas released new guidance on handling suspensions during investigations, specifically whether it is necessary to suspend, and considering the use of appropriate alternatives to suspension.Suspension may sometimes be used during an...
Updates to the Statutory Sick Pay form
Updates to the Statutory Sick Pay form (SSP1) for ineligible employeesThe Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has updated its SSP1 form for those who do not qualify for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).The current statutory amount for SSP is £99.35 per week,...
The starter checklist is now online
On the 3rd of October 2022, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) published an updated online version of the starter checklist form.The starter checklist is used to gather details about a new employee if they do not have a P45, and to work out their appropriate tax code.It...
Gender-Critical Belief Discrimination
The recent case of Mackereth v the DWP (DWP) and Advanced Personnel Management Group (UK) Limited 2022 looks into the topic of discrimination based on an individual’s gender-critical beliefs and provides further clarity into the area.In the case of...
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