Posts by Russell Corlett

Right to be accompanied during a Disciplinary

When Acas amended its Code of Practice regarding the right to be accompanied, it was easy to see that it would mean a big shift in the way that employ... Read More

20 October 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Can a notice period start during a holiday?

SJ Writes: I have an employee who has just handed in their notice whilst on annual leave, but they are not due to come back to work for another two we... Read More

19 October 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Peninsula Face2Face - disciplining friends and family in the workplace

It can be difficult for a business owner to conduct formal disciplinary proceedings against an employee when there is a personal relationship involved... Read More

16 October 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Supporting an employee in returning to work after sickness leave due to mental health

The most beneficial way of supporting an employee back into work after a long period of sickness is to firstly set up a return to work meeting with th... Read More

15 October 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Why employers should encourage employees to leave work on time

As an employer, your business is at the heart of everything you do. Unfortunately this level of dedication to the output portion of your business, oft... Read More

13 October 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

The rights of part-time workers

SB Writes: As my business is growing, I have decided to employ some part-time workers to ease the workload. I have never employed part-time workers be... Read More

05 October 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Apprenticeships - What employers need to know

Employers in England and Wales should provide apprentices with an ‘apprenticeship agreement’ as their contract of employment. These agreements strip a... Read More

02 October 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Creating a welcoming atmosphere for new employees

We all remember that first day at a new job. You arrive promptly with a mix of emotions ranging from nervous anticipation to jubilant excitement as yo... Read More

24 September 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Modern Slavery Statements'

From October 2015, commercial organisations that carry on a business or part of a business in the UK will need to publish a ‘modern slavery statement’... Read More

21 September 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

How to handle a situation where an employee is threatening to quit

Although the employee is letting you in on her possible intentions, you should be careful not to jump on it and encourage her to resign, or allow her ... Read More

21 September 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

How our Payroll Advice Service can benefit employers

Payroll may seem straightforward, but there are a number of things that can easily go wrong, causing major headaches for employers. At Peninsula, we h... Read More

21 September 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

When to access medical reports for a long-term sick employee

When am I legally allowed to ask for a medical report for an employee? I have a worker who has been off work with stress for three months and I wish t... Read More

14 September 2015 By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Recent Blog Posts By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Right to be accompanied during a Disciplinary

Can a notice period start during a holiday?

Peninsula Face2Face - disciplining friends and family in the workplace

Supporting an employee in returning to work after sickness leave due to mental health

Why employers should encourage employees to leave work on time

The rights of part-time workers

Apprenticeships - What employers need to know

Creating a welcoming atmosphere for new employees

Modern Slavery Statements'

How to handle a situation where an employee is threatening to quit

How our Payroll Advice Service can benefit employers

When to access medical reports for a long-term sick employee

Suggested Resources

Latest Guides

Dealing with disgruntled ex-employees

Welding risk assessment

Employer relocation

Building better businesses

Recent Blogs

Popular Downloads

Employee wellbeing policy

Supporting staff through menopause

Menopause Policy

Manual Handling Risk Assessment Template

Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Recent Blog Posts By Russell Corlett - Health and Safety Director

Right to be accompanied during a Disciplinary

Can a notice period start during a holiday?

Peninsula Face2Face - disciplining friends and family in the workplace

Supporting an employee in returning to work after sickness leave due to mental health

Why employers should encourage employees to leave work on time

The rights of part-time workers

Apprenticeships - What employers need to know

Creating a welcoming atmosphere for new employees

Modern Slavery Statements'

How to handle a situation where an employee is threatening to quit

How our Payroll Advice Service can benefit employers

When to access medical reports for a long-term sick employee

Suggested Resources

Latest Guides

Dealing with disgruntled ex-employees

Welding risk assessment

Employer relocation

Building better businesses

Recent Blogs

Ask Kate: my employee’s been using AI to do their work. Help!

Should you hire someone who’s unfriendly in the interview?

The bank holiday rush: how to manage last minute leave requests

SMEs owed £68k on average by suppliers

Popular Downloads

Employee wellbeing policy

Supporting staff through menopause

Menopause Policy

Manual Handling Risk Assessment Template

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