Latest Q & A
Successfully advertising for staff
I am just about to advertise for my first employee. What steps do I have to take to ensure this is successful?
Can staff set up as competition?
An employee has just stormed out of my business saying he is going to set up in competition. As he is on the sales side, he could cause me quite a lot of damage. Is he able to do this?
Terms and conditions for part-time workers
Do I have to give part-time workers the same terms and conditions as full-time workers?
Changing employee contracts
I want to change the contracts for my employees. How do I go about this? I don’t want to be taken to a tribunal for constructive dismissal.
Take steps to avoid fraud by employees
I’ve heard that fraud by employees is common. What steps can I take to avoid this?
The legalities of taking on staff
I’m looking to take on my first employee. From a legal point, what have I got to do?
Employee refuses to stop smoking
An employee refuses to stop smoking at work, can they be sacked and what is the procedure?
