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Tribunal awards over £74,000 for exclusion and victimisation
Leher, a casino cashier at Aspers Casino in Stratford City had over 20 years of experience within the gaming industry.However, during her time at Aspers, Leher was consistently rejected for promotion and many requests for training were ignored or denied,...
What can employers do when applicants back out of a job offer?
We are in difficult recruitment times with candidates seemingly in a powerful position.Surveys are pointing to a growing trend in candidates being more likely to withdraw from a job offer that they had initially accepted.Whilst it is understandable and in...
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,...
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