It has been some time since my last COVID-19 employment update but, given the recent “freedom day”, I thought it may be useful to provide an update and set out some answers to the most frequently asked questions. Flexible Working …
Employment implications of the 2021 Budget
Dear All A number of employment related announcements were made in today’s budget. These included:- An extension to the furlough scheme and changes to qualification for claims after 1st May 2021 (see highlighted text below) An increase in the national …
Employment Law Update Feb 2021
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme As you will be aware, the CJRS has been extended to the end of April 2021, with 80% of salaries being paid through HMRC, up to a maximum of £2,500. Employers remain responsible for paying pension …
Summary of Relevant Employment Law Issues – Jan 2021
Given the almost daily announcements, I thought it would be useful to provide a summary of relevant employment law issues. This is a long post so, for ease, I confirm that the following subjects are covered:- Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme …
Employment Issues arising during the Coronavirus Crisis
I hope that you are all well. I have not provided an update for a couple of weeks as things seemed to settle down. Following Sunday’s announcements and the recent publication of “OUR PLAN TO REBUILD: The UK Government’s COVID-19 …
Employment Implications of Coronavirus – Further Frequently asked Questions
Please note that this information is based on the situation at 12 noon on 4th April 2020. Most of the responses are based on the information set out in the most recently published guidance. Some of the information is based …
Employment Implications of Coronavirus
As you will appreciate, I have had further calls about the impact of the Coronavirus on employment. I have put together a FAQ that I hope assists both employers and employees. This information is correct at 12 noon on Monday …
Social media pointers for professionals
Love it or loathe it, social media is a fact of life. A lot of businesses, big and small utilise it for getting their message out or general promotion (perish the thought!) So when you are using social media as …
Rules for employing schoolchildren
I am encouraged by the number of social media posts from schoolchildren asking for work. It is important however for anyone thinking of employing a child of compulsory school age to be aware of the restrictions. Other than in limited …
When does my working time start?
Here is a question I get asked quite often. I am based at home and travel a lot for work. Does my working time start when I leave home or when I arrive at my first appointment? This is an …