Apparently, over one million employees steal from their employer each week. Stationery is the most popular item taken, but it’s estimated that 250,000 laptops have gone walkabout too! What can you do
to discourage workplace theft?
Published 10.01.2011
An employee who was sacked after her employer searched her bag and found illegal drugs inside has lost her claim for unfair dismissal. What does the law say about conducting searches of employees and
their personal possessions?
Published 27.04.2022
Most workplace thefts involve low-value, practical items - for some reason toilet rolls are a particular favourite! Over time though, the financial losses can easily rack up. So what can you do to
prevent this type of activity?
Published 24.05.2012
Somebody has complained that one of the staff toilets has been left in an appalling state on a number of occasions. This is certainly an unpleasant situation, but how should you deal with it?
Published 09.09.2016
A long-standing employee has queried her contractual terms and conditions but you can’t find a copy of her employment contract on her personnel file. What can you do where an employment contract has
been misplaced?
Published 20.10.2016
An employee has asked if they can work from home on the same day each week. You’ve no objection to this kind of arrangement in principle, but how can you ensure they don’t use it as an opportunity to
skive?
Published 16.11.2012
Let’s suppose that you’re looking to withdraw a contractual benefit from one, or more, of your employees. In return for this, you’ll be making a one-off lump sum compensation payment. Should it be
subject to tax and NI deductions?
Published 24.09.2012
It’s come to your attention that an employee isn’t carrying out some tasks that they’re required to do. This needs to be dealt with quickly, but is it a capability or conduct issue? How can you tell?
Published 30.08.2011