Claim for negligent reference dismissed: what now for employers?

Can an employee challenge an investigation that has led to an unflattering reference? A recent decision sheds more light on... The post Claim for negligent reference dismissed: what now for employers? appeared first... Read more »

Violent assaults on ambulance staff up by more than a third

The number of violent assaults on ambulance staff rose by more than a third (34%) in four years, according to... The post Violent assaults on ambulance staff up by more than a third... Read more »

Don’t believe the gig economy hype, says Matthew Taylor

The view that full-time employment is in retreat and will be subsumed by the gig economy is not borne out...

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Barclays CEO faces fines after whistleblowing probe

City regulators are set to fine Barclays chief executive Jes Staley over his investigation of a whistleblower who breached their... The post Barclays CEO faces fines after whistleblowing probe appeared first on Personnel... Read more »

Draft EU law seeks to bolster protections for whistleblowers

Employees who blow the whistle on corporate malpractice would be given protected status, including legal aid and possible financial support,... The post Draft EU law seeks to bolster protections for whistleblowers appeared first... Read more »

Assaults on NHS staff increase 10% in a year

Physical assaults on NHS staff in England rose by 9.7% compared to 2015/16, according to new figures published today. Violence... The post Assaults on NHS staff increase 10% in a year appeared first on... Read more »

Sir Martin Sorrell leaves WPP in accordance with “at-will” agreement

Sir Martin Sorrell, CEO of WPP, has stepped down from his position following an investigation into allegations of misconduct. Accord...

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Tax reform: Hidden traps in the changes to termination payments

Employers should be prepared for several tax system reforms that are due to take effect this year, including changes to... The post Tax reform: Hidden traps in the changes to termination payments appeared... Read more »

The top 10 questions March 2018: Holiday entitlement and GDPR requirements

The Easter bank holidays inevitably raise questions for employers about employees’ entitlement to time off, pay or pay in lieu....

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Business travel, working abroad and mental health: a wake-up call

More roles now involve business travel with increasing risks and stress for employees. Julian Eyears, medical director of occupational health... The post Business travel, working abroad and mental health: a wake-up call appeared... Read more »
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