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Adoption leave
Employees who are adopting are entitled to time off in a similar way to maternity leave.
Warnings and other disciplinary action
Warnings in the workplace should be part of a disciplinary process and they should be designed to allow employees to change a particular behaviour within a given timeframe. They should be given as quickly as possible after the behaviour occurs. Any sanctions should be proportionate to the alleged offence.
Redundancy pay
The statutory redundancy payment scheme aims to ensure that people who are dismissed through no fault of their own receive compensation. Employees who meet certain requirements are statutorily entitled to a lump sum from their employer.
Types of contracts
In addition to contracts of employment, a number of other types of contracts exist.
The Living Wage
The real Living Wage is based on the cost of living and is voluntarily paid by employers.
Public holidays and bank holidays
Employees are not automatically entitled to paid time off for bank and public holidays.
Holidays and final pay
Employers must pay their employees for statutory holidays (contractual holidays may differ) that have been built up but not taken at the time they leave their employment.
Annual Closedowns
Employers may elect to close their business at certain times of the year. (Christmas/new year)
Preparing for the hiring process
Taking the time to carefully plan the hiring process is important and ensures that you hire an employee with the right mix of skills and characteristics for the job.
Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP)
Women expecting a baby who satisfy the qualifying conditions are entitled to a maximum of 39 weeks SMP.