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Jun 2020
Managing an employee with a drinking problem is a complex matter, requiring consideration for confidentiality, understanding and support that would normally be applied in other physical or mental health scenarios. Drinking at work is not illegal in office spaces, however it would be an offence if for example driving vehicles or operating machinery. Taking alcohol…
03
Jun 2020
On Wednesday, 20 May 2020, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Staff Strategy (BEIS) introduced the new Corporate Insolvency & Governance Bill (“the Bill”) which is expected to have its second reading on 3 June 2020. It is expected that the Bill is unlikely to change significantly given that the Bill has already received…
02
Jun 2020
The UK immigration system has received some criticism in recent years by applicants and legal professionals alike as being too confusing, complex and unclear. The UK Government sought to re-dress the system by introducing a ‘points-based system’ much like Australia’s and to simplify the process from applying to entry as publicised in its policy statement…
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May 2020
A Non Disclosure Agreement (“NDA”) or a confidentiality clause may be used by an employer to prevent an employee from disclosing information. Amid growing controversy in the use of NDAs in cases of criminal activity, sexual harassment, discrimination and whistleblowing, ACAS recently issued new guidance in the fair and proper use of such a document. …
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May 2020
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s data governance body, has issued guidance for employers to rely upon should they decide to test employees for Coronavirus or its symptoms. Clearly, the medical information of employees is of paramount sensitivity which must be protected by the employer by additional safeguards and further layers of fortification. During…
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May 2020
The Government is now “actively encouraging” employees to return to work where it is not possible carry out their role from home. Workplaces are gradually reopening and businesses are now starting to plan for further easing of lockdown measures over the next few weeks and months. Whilst our employment team has been advising in areas…
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