As if the last three years of changing legislation hasn’t quite been enough for HR professionals and business owners to keep up with, we are faced with more tinkering with employment law – why not?! All kidding aside, we know, the landscape of employment law is evolving rapidly, and the most recent addition is the “Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023,” which received Royal Assent on 18th September, passing through the House of Lords. This legislation aims to provide temporary and agency workers with the right to request more predictable working hours, ushering in a new era of ..read more

One question we get asked regularly is must an employer disclose notes and witness statements during a UK GDPR request? We hope this blog post will help answer the question for you! In the workplace, transparency and accountability are key to maintaining a healthy work environment. Employees are entitled to certain rights, and this includes the right to access information about them that is held by their employer. This can include documents such as notes and witness statements produced during grievance or disciplinary procedures. However, employers must balance this right with their obligatio ..read more

It appears that there have been many changes to employment law over the past few years, but the most recent addition of the Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 is not unexpected. While the legislation doesn’t come into effect until April 2024 across England, Wales and Scotland, we thought it’d be handy to provide you with a brief overview of what changes are coming, what you should be aware of and how to prepare for them. Why is this new law being introduced? The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) recently championed the bill that was sponsored by Yasmin Qure ..read more

In the complex world of employment law, understanding the intricacies of redundancy procedures, unfair dismissal, and remote work policies is crucial for business owners. This case study delves into the UK Employment Tribunal case of Mr. M. Strydom v Bridge Facilities Engineers Limited, [2023] UKET 3305964/2021, providing a detailed analysis of the key issues and offering actionable insights for businesses. Background Mr. Strydom, an employee of Bridge Facilities Engineers Ltd, was dismissed on the grounds of redundancy. However, he claimed his dismissal was unfair, asserting it was due to hi ..read more

Introduction In the complex world of employment law, understanding the intricacies of redundancy procedures, unfair dismissal, and remote work policies is crucial for business owners. This case study delves into the UK Employment Tribunal case of Mr. M. Strydom v Bridge Facilities Engineers Limited, [2023] UKET 3305964/2021, providing a detailed analysis of the key issues and offering actionable insights for businesses. Background Mr. Strydom, an employee of Bridge Facilities Engineers Ltd, was dismissed on the grounds of redundancy. However, he claimed his dismissal was unfair, asserting it w ..read more

It was the world Statesman Colin Powell who once said that ‘There are no secrets to success.’ He went on to add that success ‘is the result of preparation, hard work and learning from failure.’ As a local businesswoman who gave up a high paid corporate role and started a business from my living room with no savings, I genuinely know what it is like to work hard, to spend so much time on preparation and like so many others, learning from my failures. As the Founder and Director of Rebox HR Ltd I know that more than ever a bespoke outsourced HR department for SME’s that delivers commercially v ..read more

As a small business owner, hiring your first employee can be both exciting and daunting. You may be feeling overwhelmed with the HR tasks that come with the territory. However, with the right resources and guidance, you can make the process less intimidating and more manageable. In this post, we’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to hire your first employee, along with a useful First Employee Starter Kit that includes all the necessary HR materials in one place. Step 1: Determine the Role and Responsibilities Before you start the hiring process, you need to determine the role a ..read more

As a small business owner, it’s important to understand your obligations when it comes to redundancy. Whether you’re facing financial difficulties or restructuring your business, it’s important to ensure you’re complying with the law. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at redundancy rights in the UK, including what redundancy is, when it’s legal and how to implement it in your business. We’ll also provide some tips on how to minimise the impact of redundancy on your employees and your business. What is Redundancy? Redundancy occurs when an employer needs to reduce their workforce because ..read more

As we draw closer to the King’s Coronation, a lot of employees would like to take annual leave to extend this further and take the opportunity to unwind. This shouldn’t be a problem but throw some ‘suspicious’ sickness absence into the mix and things can quickly get out of hand. To help you be fully prepare for the celebratory weekend, as always, Rebox HR are here with some handy advice and to help take the pain out of bank holiday headaches! What happens when an employee requests holiday? All holiday has to be approved through your established booking system, in line with your company’s hol ..read more

Discrimination against employees with disabilities is unlawful under the Equality Act 2010. A recent case, McQueen v General Optical Council, highlights the importance for small business owners to understand the link between an employee’s disability and their behavior, and how it can impact discrimination claims in employment law. The background In this case, the claimant had dyslexia, Asperger’s syndrome, hearing loss, and neurodiversity. He had a history of raising his voice and displaying aggressive body language in stressful situations. After two difficult interactions with a senior colle ..read more