More than half of UK employees agree that the boundaries between their work and home life are becoming increasingly blurred, according to the latest research.
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Delays at employment tribunals are continuing to increase, with discrimination cases taking up to 14 months to appear in a court hearing, with some not due to take place until December 2021.
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In the latest advo hr feature we focus on the importance of keeping documentation and accurate records which now includes collecting and storing personal data relating to the NHS Track and Trace scheme, Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme claims, Job Retention Bonus claims and claiming back SSP. This is especially important for any potential Employment Tribunal claims that may be related to processes happening now but may not be heard at Employment Tribunal for several years due to the current backlog of cases.
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The Ministry of Justice has published its quarterly update on employment tribunal statistics revealing an 18% increase in single claims during lockdown with organisations, more than ever before, needing help to avoid the cost of getting it wrong.
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Half of workers are feeling positive about a return to work, but of those who do not believe their employer will do enough to make their work environment safe say they won’t return.
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The government has signalled a change in stance giving more control to employers to arrange a return of employees to the workplace. The CIPD outlines three key tests.
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Given the recent events highlighted in the media, this is topical and a time to take a closer look at your current practices. advo hr helps by giving an overview of moral and legal responsibilities.
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