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Constructive dismissal
An employee may make a claim of constructive dismissal if they feel they had no choice but to resign, for example if they feel that there has been a fundamental breach or change to their contract.
Job Hunting or to Arrange Training when Facing Redundancy
An employee who is being made redundant and who has been continuously employed by the same employer for at least two years is entitled, whilst under notice, to take reasonable time off with pay within working hours to look for another job, or to make arrangements for training for future employment.
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.
Pay Day
Employers should indicate to their employees when and how they will receive their pay.
Selecting and appointing
The final stage in the recruitment and selection process is the most important — choosing the best person for the job.
Hours of work
The amount of hours and employee works for employer should be clearly laid out in the employment contract.
Hiring young people
There are certain laws that protect the employment rights of young workers. Such laws are around health and safety, what jobs young workers can do, when they can work and how many hours they can work. If you want to employ young people — in some cases, this can include people up to the age of 25 — it is important to be aware of your legal responsibilities.
Events - How to Register - Demo Video
This short video provides step-by-step instructions on how to register for an event on our website.
Deducting training costs from final pay
This section covers deducting training costs from final pay.
Contractor versus Employee versus Worker
Employees, workers and contractors have different rights and responsibilities.