When completing their new starter form, an employee has crossed through the bank details section and written that they would like their “wages paid in cash”. Even if this is legally possible, is it
wise?
Published 31.10.2012
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
New research suggests that thousands of workers aren’t receiving payslips. What does the law require employers to do?
Published 10.10.2019
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
It’s come to your attention that an employee has been overpaid. Are you entitled to automatically deduct those monies from their next salary payment or do you need the employee’s written permission
first?
Published 06.11.2014
An employee is entitled to receive an itemised statement of pay on, or before, their pay date which sets out their gross and net pay amounts. When it comes to the actual deductions made, what
information must you provide?
Published 20.11.2014
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
Many employees are struggling with the cost of living crisis and an unexpected bill may put them at breaking point financially and mentally. If an employee in this situation approaches you for a
loan, are you legally obliged to help them?
Published 07.09.2022
In order to streamline your admin costs you’re considering ditching printed payslips and sending PDF versions via e-mail instead. However, one of your employees insists that this practice is illegal.
Are they correct?
Published 23.03.2015
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