Because of the issues at stake, the snap general election is likely to provoke strong political views. How can you ensure that they don’t cause upset in your workplace?
Published 04.05.2017
An employee is telling anyone who will listen how he intends to vote in the EU Referendum. He’s fully entitled to his political opinion but you don’t want any controversial debates in your workplace.
What’s the answer?
Published 10.03.2016
Some experts suggest that a dedicated social media policy is “a vital workplace tool”. Others have claimed it’s “an unrealistic attempt to control staff” and “displays a lack of trust”. Who is right
here and what should you do?
Published 27.04.2012
Apparently, many public sector employees have been sacked for posting inappropriate comments on social media websites. Do you have the right to dismiss someone if you don’t like what they’ve said
online?
Published 11.06.2013
You firmly believe that an employee may have a health issue due to certain symptoms that they are displaying. Having approached them tactfully, they’ve denied there’s any medical problem. What should
you do now?
Published 22.09.2016
It’s been reported that Leicester Police is offering all its employees “workplace banter training” at a cost of £450 per head. This is an unusual step, but is it something you should be doing too?
Published 09.10.2018
Although a work e-mail address should be used for business purposes only, many employees think that they can be treated just like a personal e-mail account. As this could land you in hot water,
what’s the answer?
Published 22.09.2014
One of your employees has made a New Year’s resolution to give up smoking. However, rather than going cold turkey they’ve taken to puffing on an electronic cigarette at work. Whilst commendable, is
their new habit illegal?
Published 16.01.2013
Smoking has been banned inside most workplaces since 2007. One issue that still causes confusion is whether employers have a legal duty to provide outdoor smoking shelters for employees. What’s the
answer?
Published 25.08.2017