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Get the most from your appraisals Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Miscellaneous » Appraisal procedure and form
Appraisals are a two-way process that provide an opportunity for both managers and employees to reflect, plan and grow. Our updated checklist is a practical guide that helps ensure these conversations are structured, fair and forward-looking. How should you use it?
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Gifts from clients and suppliers, is your business protected? Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Company rules » Gifts from clients/suppliers policy
Is your business protected from legal risks and reputational damage, or could a well-intentioned gesture cross the line? Our updated Gifts from Clients/Suppliers Policy is designed to answer these questions and help you navigate the complexities of workplace ethics and compliance.
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Check that you’re GDPR compliant Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Data protection » Data protection
Since the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force, businesses have faced increasing scrutiny over how they handle personal data. To make compliance easier, we’ve created a GDPR Compliance Checklist. What does it cover?
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Controlling the use of nicknames in the workplace Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Discrimination » Harassment
Some employees have nicknames that might be used by their work colleagues. However, you shouldn’t let the use of nicknames go unregulated in the workplace, so our memo addresses the issue. Why might there be a problem if you do nothing?
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New policy for kinship carers Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Time off » Carer's leave
We have drafted a new policy to enable you to provide additional support for kinship carers in the workplace that go beyond their statutory rights. What is kinship care and what does our new policy provide for?
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Why a document retention schedule matters Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Data protection » Data protection
Every organisation handles a vast array of records, from personnel files and payroll documents to health and safety reports and contracts. Our new document is designed to help you meet your legal obligations while also streamlining your internal processes. What’s included?
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Unauthorised absence in notice period Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Contracts » Notices clause
Where an employee is required, but fails, to work their notice period on resignation or dismissal, you can send them our new letter. Why is it worth sending it?
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Q&A - breach of contract claim Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Contracts » Notices clause
Q&A - breach of contract claim..Q. If an employee refuses to work their due contractual notice period on resignation or dismissal, one option is to bring a breach of contract claim against them. Should we do that? A. In many cases, it’s not worth your time, effort and expense in bringing a civil action for damages against an employee for their...
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Q&A - place a ban on nicknames? Publication date: 13.02.2026
Article database » Discrimination » Harassment
Q&A - place a ban on nicknames?..Q. Should we place a total ban on the use of nicknames in the workplace? A. Nicknames can be perfectly acceptable provided they are friendly, harmless, respectful and consensual, so a total ban probably goes a bit too far. Nicknames can contribute to a relaxed team culture, which can benefit smaller teams which have...
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Manoeuvring into a safer place Publication date: 30.01.2020
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An environmental health officer has advised one of our subscribers that they must make improvements to protect pedestrians from reversing vehicles. What practical action is likely to satisfy the authority and why?
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