Topic: Employment law
Notice of potential dismissal at end of apprenticeshipIt's potentially fair to dismiss an apprentice at the end of their apprenticeship, but you need to go about it properly if you want to ensure a fair dismissal. You can start the process using our l... Read more
12 Dec 2022
GDPR data protection clauseOur clause draws attention to your data protection policy and puts the employee under a contractual obligation to comply with any requirements or restrictions in that policy in their personal data-handling activities. It al... Read more
27 Mar 2018
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
27 Sep 2016
Probation checklistThis checklist will help you successfully operate probationary periods to ensure that new recruits are up to the job. It contains two sections; the first deals with setting up a probationary period, while second covers its operat... Read more
03 Apr 2020
Holidays policyWorkers have a statutory right to a minimum of 5.6 weeks' (28 days') paid leave per annum. Whilst you'd think granting holidays and holiday pay is a relatively straightforward exercise, disputes over holiday pay are one of the most common... Read more
UPDATED01 Nov 2024
Letter explaining opt-out rights for betting workers There are specific statutory provisions in place relating to betting workers and Sunday trading. This letter may be used for new betting workers and should be given to them within two months of st... Read more
11 Sep 2023
Maternity policyOur policy statement sets out the statutory rules relating to maternity leave and pay. It ensures employees fully understand their rights and entitlements, as well as their obligations in relation to notifying you of their pregnancy, ... Read more
05 Jan 2024
Frustration of contract letterOur frustration of contract letter is only for use in limited circumstances usually related to the long-term imprisonment of an employee. Be aware that the courts don't generally like the concept of frustration being appl... Read more
11 Mar 2014
GDPR employee monitoring clauseInsert our clause into employees' employment contracts to reserve the right to monitor their use of your communications and computer systems. You'll need a lawful basis for processing and you must limit monitoring to the ... Read more
11 May 2018
Part-time employee clausesOur clauses extend to hours of work, pay and holidays. They have regard to the pro rata principle which states that a part-time worker must receive not less than the proportion of pay or a benefit that the number of their we... Read more
27 Dec 2023