General update: Recent Episodes
Real Employment Law Advice
In this episode 221 of the podcast I bring you my thoughts and reflections on the case of Bates v The Post Office and whilst not directly related to employment law there are lots of lessons that all employers and HR can take from the events that took place.
In this episode 220 of the podcast I bring you an interview with Fay Wallis who is a specialist career coach who helps HR and People Professionals.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment obligations for employers are changing in 2024. In this episode 218 of the podcast I bring you an update on the new sexual harassment laws in 2024, including all the information employers need to consider.
How employers can assist employees with sight or hearing loss to succeed at work. Interview with expert in this area Dan Williams.
In this episode 215 of the podcast I bring you an interview with Jan Brookes who is the CEO of a local Isle of Wight Charity, Isle Access. Jan is an expert in assisting businesses and organisations to be more accessible.
This Employment Tribunal case illustrates why it is important for businesses to set out terms in writing in advance of someone starting workIn this episode 213 of the podcast I bring you a summary of a case that was decided by the Watford Employment Tribunal in regards to the issue of the status of the aggrieved. The case is Guler v Newman Law LLP.
In this episode of the podcast we cover:
- Why businesses need to ensure that agreed terms are set out in writing at the outset.
- How the Employment Tribunal made a determination of Mr Guler's status.
- Why the Employment Tribunal decided that Mr Guler was a worker.
- The issues that can arise about status and remuneration if you do not set out the terms in writing.
Case Reference You can read the full judgement here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64db5181c8dee400127f1c68/Mr_A_Guler_-v-Newman_Law_LLP-3304221-2022_-_Written_Reasons.pdf
Training for your TeamWould you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.
Please drop me an email alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk
Fixed Price Advice from Real ExpertsAs part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
Workplace mediation is a critical tool for resolving disputes in the future of workIn this episode 212 of the podcast I bring you an interview and discussion with my colleague Jo Carley, who is an experienced workplace mediator and strong advocate for alternative dispute resolution in workplace disputes.
In this episode of the podcast we cover:
- What is workplace mediation.
- When workplace mediation is appropriate.
- When employers should be considering workplace mediation.
- Why it should be the starting point for any grievance formal or informal.
- Why there is always a loser in the grievance process.
- How workplace mediation works in practice.
- The steps employers should be considering to implement workplace mediation.
Workplace Mediation: How we can help youJo Carley and I are both fully trained and experienced workplace mediators having completed the ACAS Certificate in Workplace Mediation.
If you would like us to undertake a mediation within your workplace then we would be happy to do so and can start by a no-obligation initial telephone call.
Our charges for a workplace mediation are as follows:
£350 + VAT for a half-day, plus travel costs. There is an additional charge of £100 +VAT per hour for any additional time required .
A half a day is the minimum amount of time needed (including two individual meetings and a joint meeting), but it could run over half a day depending on the extent of the issues there is to work through.
Training for your TeamWould you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.
Please drop me an email alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk
Fixed Price Advice from Real ExpertsAs part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
What should employers consider when employing care leavers or care experienced people In this episode 210 of the podcast I am joined by Ali Steele from Wight Oak Youth Services to discuss the importance for employers to think purposefully about employing care leavers and to consider the individual requirements of those who are care experienced.
In this episode of the podcast we cover:
- Why it is important to consider care experienced employees.
- What steps you can take to show support for care experienced employees.
- The kinds of things that employers should be considering with regards to care leavers and care experienced persons.
- Why christmas celebrations and birthdays can be a trigger or particularly difficult for care leavers.
- Why young people from care often have higher resilience and better life skills and are more resourceful when compared to their peers.
- Small things that you can do to promote awareness and best practice.
Resource and information You can find more information about Wight Oak Youth here: Website and contact Ali Steele via hey@wightoakyouth.com
Care Leavers Covenant: https://mycovenant.org.uk/about/
In 2022 there were 82,170 children being looked after in England. Statistics can be found here: .GOV
Training for your Team Would you like to arrange training for your team to reduce the risk of both unhappy employees and claims being made against you? Please get in touch for a no obligation discussion, we can offer training anywhere in the UK in person or delivered remotely via MS Teams.
Please drop me an email alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
Being a good manager means moving from being reactive to being proactive via regular dialogue with staff
In this episode 198 of the podcast I bring you my tips and ideas on how to have effective one to one and supervision meetings with staff.
One of the things that many managers struggle with when managing people is maintaining regular meaningful communications with staff.
In this episode of the podcast I cover:
- What is a one to one and supervision meeting.
- What is the difference between a one to one and a supervision meeting.
- Why it is important to incorporate in your management of staff.
- Why it does not have to be a complicated process.
- Why it is effective in improving performance.
- The steps needed to hold effective one to one and supervision meetings.
- What to include in your conversation.
- Why follow up is critical to success
- How it will save you time in the long run.
When preparing for one to one's or supervision meetings I strongly recommend you read the work by Gary Vaynerchuck on Kind Candour.
You can read a blog post on it here: https://www.garyvaynerchuk.com/kind-candor-and-why-how-you-deliver-the-medicine-matters-road-to-twelve-and-a-half-series/
Alternatively his book, Twelve and a Half: Leveraging the Emotional Ingredients Necessary for Business Success is even better as a resource for managers.
You can purchase the book via Amazon HERE *
*please note that if you use this link it is an affiliate link which means whilst it will not cost you any more however we will receive a referral payment from Amazon.
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
An interesting case where there was no written requirement to tell the employer about bankruptcy
In this episode 197 of the podcast I bring you details of the case of Pubbi v Your-Move.co.uk heard by the Employment Appeal Tribunal dealing with unfair dismissal.
In this episode I cover:
- The facts of the case
- The decision of the employment tribunal
- Assessment of the reasonableness of the employers decision to dismiss
- Advice on the case
- Why employers need to be prescriptive of their requirements of staff
- Some alternative scenarios in this case
- The decision of the employment appeal tribunal
You can read the full judgement here:
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
Other resources available for you
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
Step by step guidance on the Employment Tribunal Process
In this episode 195 of the podcast I bring you the fifth in a mini series covering step by step guidance on the Employment Tribunal process. This is applicable for both employees who may want to make a claim and employers who may be defending a claim.
This 5th episode is about the process of preparing and exchanging witness evidence. In this episode I cover:
- When you need to exchange statements.
- How to prepare witness statements.
- What witnesses to call.
- What you need to include in the witness statement.
- Why the word count in your witness statements is important.
- Why you need to consider the number of witnesses.
- When to make an application to the Employment Tribunal to extend the word count or increase the number of witnesses.
- What to consider if you want to compel a witness to attend.
- Why it is important to agree the time for exchange of statement.
Links you may find helpful:
Preliminary Hearing in the Employment Tribunal
Defending a claim in the Employment Tribunal
What are the consequences of failing to comply with an Employment Tribunal Case Management Order?
Making an Employment Tribunal claim against your Employer
Free Template List : https://realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk/product/list-of-evidence-template-disclosure-in-the-employment-tribunal/
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
Other resources available for you
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
Step by step guidance on the Employment Tribunal Process
In this episode 192 of the podcast I bring you the second in a mini series covering step by step guidance on the Employment Tribunal process. This is applicable for both employees who may want to make a claim and employers who may be defending a claim.
This second episode is about what happens after the claim and defence have been filed and includes:
- The different process that is likely to apply based on the type of claim.
- If it is a more complex case then it is likely the Tribunal will set a telephone case management hearing.
- What happens in simpler cases, such as straightforward unfair dismissal claims.
- The type of Order that the Employment Tribunal will make.
- Why it is important to check the dates of any hearings given by the Tribunal.
- The importance of contacting the Employment Tribunal asap if you or any witnesses are unavailable on the date that any hearing has been listed.
- The preparation required.
- Preparation of a schedule of loss.
- Disclosure of evidence.
- Agreeing the bundle of evidence.
- Why it is important to clearly note what is required and the date you must complete it by.
- Why you must adhere to the dates set by the Employment Tribunal.
- What you should do if you cannot complete the work required by the date set.
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
Other resources available for you
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
Getting the best from a Probation Period for new & existing employees
In this episode 188 of the podcast I bring you a detailed account of the probation period at the start of employment or the start of a new job role. Probation periods are something that most employers use but rarely utilise in the correct manner.
In this episode of the podcast I cover:
- What a probation period is.
- Why you should have a probation period.
- What is the purpose of a probation period.
- When not to bother with a probation period.
- How it will set up the tone of the relationship between you and the employee for the future.
- What to do if you need to extend the probation period.
- What to do if you need to terminate someones employment during or at the end of the probation period.
- How to deal with a probation period for an existing employee starting a new role.
- The importance of good record keeping.
- Why communication is the key to a good start to the employment relationship.
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
Photo by https://unsplash.com/@rossf
In this episode 187 of the podcast I bring you an interview with Jeri Williams, an employer who has implemented a results only working environment within her business.
In this episode of the podcast we cover:
- What is results only working or ROWE?
- Why Jeri decided to implement results only working in her business?
- The practicalities of implementing results only working.
- The benefits to staff recruitment and retention.
- What are the teething problems or potential issues that can arise.
- How to set up results only working in your business.
- The importance of getting your contracts, policies and KPI's right before starting results only working.
Jeri Williams
Jeri is the Founder and CEO of Smooth Accounting and this is from Jeri's LinkedIn bio:
'I started an accountancy practice from my garage in 2016, won some awards, did a thing, have signed up over 600 clients, now have beautiful offices, a filming studio and employ a team of 14, boom! 💥 now I teach other business owners how to do the same! DM me to find out more about my 1-2-1 mentoring packages.
Bringing comedy to the very boring, grey, dull world of accountancy, firing shots all over the industry at the dino’s and abacus crew 🦖 🧮
You can usually find me ruffling feathers on LinkedIn or watching bunnies on Instagram ✌️
Running my business and my mouth 🤭
Help a girl out and subscribe to my YouTube channel pleeeeeaaaassse 👍 https://youtube.com/c/JeriWilliams_'
Smooth Accounting - https://smoothaccounting.co.uk/
You can connect with Jeri on LinkedIn HERE
Book Recommendation
Why work sucks and How to Fix it: The Results -Only Revolution by Cali Ressler and Jody Thompson
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
This page includes an affiliate link which means that if you purchase the book via this link I will receive a commission payment. It will not cost you any more but I will get a fee for your purchase.
Photo by Kevin Bhagat on Unsplash
In this episode 186 of the podcast I bring you information and ideas on how best to deal with issues of alcoholism and substance abuse at work.
In this episode of the podcast I cover:
- Why employers need to think purposefully about how to deal with alcohol and substance abuse among employees.
- Why alcohol and substance abuse issues may arise.
- Your legal duties as an employer.
- The impact of alcohol and substance abuse at work.
- How to deal with disciplinary issues that arise as a result of alcohol and substance abuse.
- Some practical tips for employers.
You may also find the following helpful.
Alcohol at work: What do you need to consider for your policy?
This episode was as a result request from a listener who asked to cover the issue of alcohol at work. If you have any questions or particular issues that you would like covered please do email me, alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk and I will ensure it is covered in a future episode.
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
Photo by Vinicius "amnx" Amano on Unsplash
Critical developments in the world of work
In this episode 185 of the podcast I bring you my observations of the critical things that employers and HR professionals should be considering and acting upon now. This is in light of things that we are seeing in practice and which I can foresee causing difficulties in the very near future.
In this episode of the podcast I cover:
- Why thinking about mental health and wellbeing of staff is critical at this time.
- At a very minimum you should be developing a wellbeing strategy for employees.
- Why you should be considering your staff who are/will be considered as the 'working poor'.
- Highlighting the issue that may arise with lower paid staff in your organisation as the cost of living continues to rise.
- Why you need to think carefully now about what you will do when the rules around self-isolation upon receipt of a positive covid test will change?
- Some suggestions on what you may wish to include in your policy/process.
- Why disputes are likely to arise if you do not consider it meaningfully now.
- If you are revisiting hybrid working and considering introducing long term, what you should consider.
You may also find the following helpful.
Top Tips for Managing Mental Health in the Workplace
Introducing Hybrid Working – what do employers need to consider: Part 2
Introducing Hybrid Working – what do employers need to consider: Part 1
Hybrid Working Checklist for Employers
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash
In this episode 181 of the podcast I bring you my thoughts on the main changes to the world of work that employers need to be aware of.
These are my views on what has caused the change and what employers have to consider moving into 2022.
I would be very interested to hear your thoughts on this? Have I missed something? What do you think will be the biggest change in 2022? Please leave a comment below or email me alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk.
In this episode of the podcast I cover:
- The issue of recruitment and retention.
- Why recruitment and the shortage of staff and skills is critical to business and business growth.
- Why, in my view, there has been a 'perfect storm' of factors coming together at the same time.
- The 'shift in power' that has come about as a result of the recruitment and retention crisis.
- What employers can do on a practical basis to resolve and reduce the impact.
- Why hybrid working is changing the world of work.
- The importance of planning properly in advance of implementing a long term hybrid working policy.
- Contractual changes required by law and good practice.
- Legislative changes that have been made or are pending.
- Future possible changes being led by legislation.
- Why the pace of real time practical change in HR and the working environment far exceeds that of legislative change.
You may also find the following helpful.
Bring your pet to work considerations
Hybrid Working Podcast
Hybrid Working Checklist
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
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In this episode 174 of the podcast I am very pleased to be joined by Kate Davis, Leadership Coach and business mentor to talk about the very timely and topical subject of Hybrid Working.
In this episode of the podcast we cover:
- Why this is a timely and particularly important issue now.
- Why it is important for employers to plan ahead and really look at the steps required to implement hybrid working.
- Why communication is the key to successful continued hybrid working.
- Some of the issues that can arise and which employers need to be aware of for success.
- Why it is important to revisit the issues around hybrid working in the future.
- Some practical people management tips to be successful with hybrid working.
Meet Kate Davis
Kate Davis is a Leadership Coach and business mentor, helping creative business owners to create their vision, and lead themselves first to grow a successful team and business. To lead yourself first, do more of what you love, and create the vision for those you work with, to inspire and empower others.
An ICF certified coach, business architect and change manager, Kate has over 20 years experience of mentoring and creating successful operational teams. She specialises in helping small business owners grow and scale their remote, freelance or hybrid teams.
Find her at www.katedavis.net or www.linkedin,com/in/katedaviscoach.
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £210 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
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In this episode 167 of the Podcast I am joined by Tony Coward, who is a coach for adults with ADHD. Tony himself has been diagnosed with ADHD which led him to seek out others with the condition and begin his journey to becoming an accredited ADHD coach.
In this episode we will cover:
- What adult ADHD is.
- How to recognise and seek an assessment for ADHD.
- Why employers need to be aware of adult ADHD within the workforce.
- Adjustments that can be made to assist employees with ADHD.
- When ADHD can be a disability for the purposes of the Equality Act 2010.
Helpful Resources
Contact Tony by email: nomaddcoach@gmail.com or via his website:
Fixed Price Advice from Real Experts
As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and training for employers, supervisors and managers. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £198 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour
Don’t forget you can contact us by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001, 020 3470 0007, 0191 375 9694 or 023 8098 2006
More Resources for you
We have a variety of free documents and letters which are available to download here: DIY Documents
We are also on YouTube! You can find a range of topics and also listen to this podcast on YouTube here: YOUTUBE
The information contained in this Podcast and post is provided for guidance and is a snapshot of the law at the time. It is provided for your information only and should not be used as a substitute for obtaining legal advice that it specific to your particular circumstances.
The guidance should not be relied upon in any decision making process. It is strongly recommended that you seek advice before taking action.
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In this episode 163 of the Podcast I reflect on all that has gone on in the last year and cover the notable changes and developments in employment law and HR.
In this episode I will cover:
- The development of the coronavirus pandemic.
- Furlough and the Job Retention Scheme.
- Redundancy processes.
- Development in Equality and Diversity in the workplace in the wake of the murder of George Floyd and the Black Lives Matter movement.
- The extension of the ACAS Early Conciliation time from 4 weeks to 6 weeks.
- Developments in the Employment Tribunal process with the growing usage of video hearings.
- Ethical veganism as a protected characteristic under the Equality Act.
- Changes to requirements for employment contracts.
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