Giving an employee the status of "probationer" does not give the employer the right to terminate the employee's employment without the employee having any legal recourse. Where it is a term of the employee's contract of employment that the employer will follow a...

In England, people can obtain an NHS Covid Pass to show that they have: completed a full course of vaccination, in England, at least 14 days ago; evidence of a negative PCR or lateral flow test within the last 48 hours; or proof of natural immunity shown by a positive...

For the fourth consecutive month, the professional recruitment sector is seeing big increases in both month on month and year-on-year vacancy and placement figures as the UK approaches the ‘next normal’ and businesses put hiring firmly back on the agenda. That’s...

can an employer dismiss for a tweet The past few weeks have seen numerous cases of employees risking their jobs over their social media activities. Where do employers stand when considering whether to dismiss an employee for their actions on social media? Patrick...

Acas has published new flexible working guidance ahead of 'Freedom Day' on 19 July when most COVID-19 restrictions will end in England. The body encouraged employers to have open conversations with employees about how they want to work going forward in the guidance....

As the job market settles down and businesses start hiring post-Pandemic, it might be a good idea to overhaul your social media accounts. According to new research* your future employer is more likely to check your Facebook page than your LinkedIn. When asked if they...

Out of date websites, long and overcomplicated application processes and job descriptions littered with spelling mistakes are among the biggest recruitment faux pas that are turning jobseekers away when applying for a new role, according to latest research. A survey...

Employers are being urged to help European staff with outstanding applications for settled status. EU nationals have until 30 June to apply for settled status as those without settled or pre-settled status will be unable to work, open a bank account, access healthcare...