Each time you see a particular employee, a mobile phone is glued to their ear and it’s clear the conversation isn’t work-related. As they are focused on personal matters, can you deduct the length of
their calls from their pay?
Published 14.05.2012
There are many situations in which you might need to make a deduction from an employee’s pay, e.g. to recover training costs. However, the law lays down strict rules here. So what do you need to know
to play it safe?
Published 29.06.2006
The tribunal has ruled that an employee who was sacked due to their “persistent lateness” was fairly dismissed. What did the employer do in this case which ensured a successful outcome?
Published 01.02.2016
You’ve received a call from an employee who says that they’ll be late for work today as they have car problems. How should you deal with this situation and what if it becomes a regular event?
Published 21.12.2016
Out of choice, an employee always works through their lunch hour. You don’t ask them to do this, or indeed expect it - they’re entitled to a break. However, could this practice allow them to claim
costly overtime by default?
Published 01.06.2012
You’ve discovered that an employee has been accidentally overpaid and are thinking about automatically deducting the amount of the overpayment from their next salary payment. What does the law permit
you to do here?
Published 24.08.2023
As a careful employer you always provide your employees with an itemised pay statement, often called a payslip, at the point you pay them. But where do you stand if a member of staff says it’s
incorrect?
Published 02.06.2009
According to reports, KMPG intends to “fine” its employees £100 if they submit important paperwork late. Can you automatically deduct money from your employees if they don’t complete their work on
time?
Published 24.01.2019
An employee is experiencing financial difficulties and has approached you about the possibility of an emergency loan. If you agree to their request, what must you do to protect yourself?
Published 22.10.2014