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Tribunal News 📑 In a significant Employment Tribunal (ET) decision this month, a claimant was awarded over £50,000 after enduring sexist remarks at work, with the tribunal firmly ruling that the comments amounted to both sex-based discrimination and harassment. A quick summary: Between August and November 2022, the claimant witnessed her colleagues referring to women as ‘birds’ and was also asked when she was going to have a baby. She would also hear her colleagues openly discussing matters of a sexual nature, and was locked out of the office on one occasion. Following misconduct allegations, the claimant was suspended for several months before being dismissed. The CEO of the Company disciplined her without attending any of the relevant meetings, and the Company imposed a 12-month written warning on her record, which contradicted the usual 6-month period. The tribunal ruled in favour of the claimant. In addition the Company had failed to reasonably comply with the ACAS code on disciplinary and grievance procedures. This resulted in a 20% uplift (an avoidable £7,000) on the amount awarded to the claimant. This case is particularly relevant with the new duty to prevent sexual harassment legislation coming into effect on 26th October 2024, requiring employers to take ‘reasonable steps’ to protect employees. This case also highlights the importance of following disciplinary and grievance procedures, to safeguard both Companies and their employees. Need advice on how the incoming legislation on sexual harassment can affect your business? Thinking about reviewing your disciplinary and grievance procedures? Reach out to our team of experts at info@kanehr.co.uk, or call us on 01252 816644. We look forward to hearing from you! 💜 #KaneHR #EmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLaw #SexualHarassment #Harassment #Disciplinary #ACAS

 🥂Team Update🥂 We are delighted to announce that Madeleine Robertson has been promoted to HR Advisor! Maddie was our first Intern at Kane, and we were delighted when she returned as an HR Assistant in September 2023. Since her return, Maddie has been invaluable to the internal Kane team and has become the main point of contact for a number of our clients. A very well deserved promotion Maddie - well done 👏👏

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay and the theme this year is workplace mental health. Last year, it was reported that an alarming 20% of the UK workforce experienced burnout due to poor mental health caused by stress. Mental health in the workplace can often be overlooked due to the ‘normal’ pressures of a busy workplace; however, it is crucial companies make a conscious decision to prioritise employee mental health to avoid negative implications for both the employee and company. In light of this, the team at KaneHR arrived to a lovely surprise care package at their desks this morning from Janice Howell! 💜 #WorldMentalHealthDay #burnout #dreamteam

⚖ NEW LEGISLATION UPDATE – SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE⚖ Are you prepared for the new requirements within the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill? With just over two weeks until the legislation comes into force, it is crucial you are aware of the new requirements as the focus shifts heavily from reaction to prevention, placing greater responsibility on the employer to take reasonable steps in preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. Take a look at the below to find out more about the requirements and the subsequent suggested actions to ensure you are not exposed to an expensive claim! For more information, or for help implementing the suggested key action points, reach out to us at 📧 info@kanehr.co.uk or 📞 01252 816644 and we will be happy to help 💜 #newlegislation #WorkerProtectionBill #training #KaneHR

Reminder! Mark your calendars for Thursday 17th October! 📆📣 We are super excited to offer the first in a series of free webinars designed to share our expertise in all things HR. Check out the details below 👇👇

🚨 New Tipping Rules Are Now in Effect! 🚨 From today, 1st October 2024, businesses must comply with the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023. Whether you're in hospitality, transport, or beauty, these changes impact how you handle tips, gratuities, and service charges. Wondering how this affects your business? 🧐 Check out our fact sheet below for a breakdown of the key changes and tips to stay compliant. Have questions? Contact us at info@kanehr.co.uk or call us at 01252 816644 for tailored support.

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🚀 Exciting Opportunity 🚀 We're hiring our first-ever Graduate Marketing Executive at KaneHR! 🎉 After a period of rapid growth, we're ready to take our marketing to the next level. This is a unique opportunity to dive into the world of marketing with real responsibilities from day one, and lots of room for development. If you happen to know a recent graduate who’s got creativity, ambition, and the drive to make an impact, we’d love to hear from them!! (no agencies please)

Mark your calendars for Thursday 17th October! 📆📣 KaneHR are excited to offer the first in a series of free webinars designed to share our expertise in all things HR. Our first webinar topic will be: HR Top Tips: Practical insights without the legal jargon. Join Janice Howell, Managing Director and Ashleigh Pinto, Senior HR Consultant, for an insightful webinar where we'll help you navigate the ever-evolving world of HR and employee relations. Our team is here to guide you through complex legal updates and provide actionable tips for everyday HR challenges. There will also be a Q&A session at the end, which is an opportunity to ask questions about HR practices or employment law. Questions can be asked on the day, or you can send them to us in advance. Book your tickets at the below link: https://lnkd.in/eA6xNE8U Please book tickets quickly as spaces are limited. We look forward to seeing you on Thursday 17th October at 10am!  💜