Pre-dismissal checklistThis checklist covers matters to be considered prior to dismissing employees and can help to ensure compliance with the various legal requirements surrounding dismissals. Fair reason for dismissalMake sure you have a fair reas... Read more

Resignation policyWhen an employee resigns, in most cases you'll want to know the reason why so it's useful to conduct an exit interview or ask the employee to complete an exit questionnaire. In addition, it's important for the employee to know the arra... Read more

Director's service agreementAny director who is also an employee of the company should always be given a service contract. As well as ensuring there are no arguments over their status it should also minimise the possibility of any other misunderstandi... Read more

Homeworking clausesWhen staff work from home under a formal agreement, there must be a clear understanding of how health and safety issues will be dealt with. Use our suggested clauses.When to use these clausesOnce someone is working at home on a for... Read more

Post-dismissal checklistThis checklist should be used following all dismissals to assist in compliance with legal requirements. RestraintsAlso see our Pre-Dismissal Checklist and its introduction for matters to be considered prior to dismissing emplo... Read more

Staff handbook guidelinesOur guidelines for managers on staff handbooks will help you when assembling a staff handbook from our various policies and procedures. They will assist you in deciding which policies and procedures should be contractual and ... Read more