You have an employee who is signed off long-term sick and, currently, showing no signs of a return. How long must you wait until it’s safe to dismiss them on incapacity grounds?
Published 26.08.2014
When a new employee starts work, the last thing on your mind is how to get rid of them. However, things don’t always work out. In light of the new disciplinary and grievance procedures, how can you
still get rid of poor performers?
Published 07.09.2006
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
We’ve always emphasised the importance of carrying out a comprehensive investigation when an allegation of gross misconduct has been made. But is this still necessary where you personally witness an
act of gross misconduct?
Published 09.10.2015
As you know, any investigation carried out prior to a dismissal must be “reasonable in the circumstances”. But in practice what exactly does this mean, particularly if evidence of guilt is strong?
What does a recent EAT case say?
Published 03.05.2007
The Employment Appeal Tribunal has just looked at a case involving two employees who were sacked for “intentionally allowing their driving licences to expire”? So did the employer involved dismiss
them fairly or not?
Published 18.11.2011
A leaked government report says that it should be easier and cheaper to sack poor performers. So will every employer’s wish soon become a reality?
Published 18.11.2011
You’ve followed your disciplinary procedure to the letter. Now, you reckon you’re left with no choice but to dismiss the employee. What possible problem could a tribunal have with your decision?
Published 09.02.2006
One of your employees has just been banned from driving after committing a criminal offence. Does this give you an automatic right to dismiss them? If not, what must you do?
Published 01.02.2016
An important and valued client is refusing to have one of your workers back on their site. How should you deal with the situation? Can you just dismiss him because there’s no longer a job?
Published 11.01.2007