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Administrator sacked for maternity leave pregnancy wins £29,000 💡 Nikita Twitchen, an administrative assistant, was unfairly dismissed by First Grade Projects after returning from maternity leave pregnant 🤰🏼 She was made redundant in April 2023, despite a positive meeting with her boss in February to discuss her return to work 🚪 During the meeting, her return to work was agreed upon. However, after disclosing her second pregnancy, the company failed to contact her👻 She was later informed of her redundancy due to alleged financial difficulties and the introduction of new software - no mention of these issues was made during the February meeting or subsequently 🤔 The tribunal ruled that the primary reason for her dismissal was her pregnancy, as no evidence of financial hardship or the new software was provided by the company 🤰🏽 The tribunal awarded Ms. Twitchen £28,706.76 in compensation for unfair dismissal and discrimination due to pregnancy 💰 First Grade Projects was also criticised for failing to provide a written explanation of her dismissal ✍ Our clients receive sound advice to ensure they never fall foul of employment law, such as avoiding decisions based on assumptions or perceived future circumstances. Instead, they base decisions on objective criteria and clear communication, always consulting our expert team for guidance ✅ Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #pregnant

UK sick days have increased by 41% in three years 💡 Mental health, especially stress and burnout, is a major factor, as 25% of employee turnover is due to stress-related conditions 😩 These figures have come from a concerning report from Totaljobs, with 59% of HR leaders attributing high turnover to declining workplace culture 📉 55% of employers have seen a drop in employee performance 👇 19% of employees left jobs due to ongoing health issues, whilst 2.8 million people are out of work due to long-term illness 🤒 While many businesses struggle to track absenteeism, especially in hybrid work environments, our software offers a solution. It helps monitor sick days, identify trends, and streamline return-to-work procedures 📆 With data analysis, businesses can identify underlying issues and take proactive steps 📈 Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #wellbeing #stress

It's #FeedbackFriday and that's right, you've guessed it! We're celebrating receiving another 5 star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks to our valued client Jed from #Access4Lofts for leaving us some amazing feedback: 'Absolute game changer - I would not be in business without Katie and her team supporting me - it’s that simple.'🌟 A huge well done to Katie Mcloughlin and the Supportis team for providing excellent service! 👏 🚨Did you know we offer bespoke on-site HR and employment law management training sessions? Our sessions are designed to help your managers stay up-to-date, confident, and compliant. We can customise our training to address specific needs or challenges within your organisation 🚨 Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 💡 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #HealthandSafetyNews #HRProfessional #HRManager #Testimonial #ClientReview #JCLofts #CrawleyBusiness #Crawley

The "real" Living Wage has risen by 5% to £12.60 per hour 💡 This voluntary rate is higher than the government's minimum wage 📈 As a result, nearly 500,000 workers in over 15,000 businesses will earn an extra £2,262 per year in the UK compared to the statutory minimum. In London, the Living Wage increase is 5.3% to £13.85 per hour, meaning workers in participating companies will earn over £4,700 more annually 💰 Last week, the Living Wage Foundation shared research that 42% of workers earning below the Living Wage have less than £10 weekly after expenses 👎🏼 Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #RealLivingWage #LivingWage

Consultations launched for The Employment Rights Bill💡 10 million working people will benefit from the legislation, which aims to improve working conditions, boost productivity, and create secure work 🤝 The Bill could cost businesses £7.4 billion over the next decade and smaller businesses may find it difficult to adapt to the new rules 💸 The government believes the benefits of increased productivity will outweigh the costs ⚖️ Key changes: 👉 Removal of the waiting period and Lower Earnings Limit for Statutory Sick Pay 👉 Introduction of guaranteed hours for agency workers 👉 Changes to industrial relations framework 👉 Increased protection for workers in fire and rehire situations The government is seeking views on four areas: Statutory Sick Pay, zero-hours contracts, industrial relations, and fire and rehire 😷 Businesses have the opportunity to raise concerns about costs during the consultations ⚠️ Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #EmploymentRightsBill #EmploymentLaw

A Cheshire farm owner has been fined £16,000 after a worker fell to his death from a forklift truck 💡 Denis Thornhill and his company were found guilty of health and safety breaches following a trial. A 64-year-old roofer, Mark Young, died while trying to repair a roof panel using a forklift truck and potato box 😩 The incident occurred in February 2021 at Moss Hall Farm in Tarporley. The court heard that the forklift truck and potato box were unsuitable for the job and should have been replaced with safer equipment like a tower scaffold or cherry picker. The company failed to implement proper safety measures, leading to the tragic accident ⚠️ Both Thornhill and his company were fined for their negligence, and the company was also issued a Prohibition Notice to stop work until safety improvements were made 💰 Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #HealthandSafetyNews #HSE #Forklift

Meta recently dismissed 30 employees for abusing the company's meal voucher system 💡 The company provides meal vouchers to staff at smaller offices, which are intended for food purchases from Grubhub 🥘 The employees used the vouchers for personal purchases like toothpaste, wine glasses, and washing powder, and some even shared them or used them for home deliveries, violating company policy 🪥 Avoid scenarios like this by: 👉 Having clear and enforced policies regarding employee benefits 👉 Regular monitoring can help identify misuse and prevent future incidents 👉 Considering alternative benefits like flexible work arrangements or increased holiday allowance that are less susceptible to misuse 👉 In light of recent economic conditions and layoffs, employers may need to reassess the cost-effectiveness of certain benefits 👉 When implementing changes to benefits or policies, employers should communicate these changes clearly to avoid misunderstandings and maintain trust Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #HealthandSafetyNews #HRManager #Meta #EmployeeBenefits

It's #FeedbackFriday and that's right, you've guessed it! We're celebrating receiving another 5 star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thanks to our valued client James from #JRRemovals for leaving us some amazing feedback: 'We use Supportis on a regular basis to provide our HR, employment law & H&S advice. All the staff are knowledgeable and nothing is too much trouble. It is so reassuring to know they are there as and when we require them.'🌟 A huge well done to the Supportis team for providing excellent service! 👏 🚨Did you know we offer bespoke on-site HR and employment law management training sessions? Our sessions are designed to help your managers stay up-to-date, confident, and compliant. We can customise our training to address specific needs or challenges within your organisation 🚨 Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 💡 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #HealthandSafetyNews #HRProfessional #HRManager #Testimonial #ClientReview #Removals #UKRemovals #LeedsBusiness

An office worker who was repeatedly ignored by her boss and subjected to other disrespectful behavior has won a claim for unfair dismissal 💡 Nadine Hanson, who worked for Interaction Recruitment Ltd, said hello to the company’s managing director three times, but he refused to reply. After mistakenly believing she was late, he treated her harshly and withheld her sick pay 👎 The tribunal judge found that the company had breached its duty of mutual trust and confidence, a fundamental term in any employment contract ❌ Ms. Hanson was awarded compensation for her unfair dismissal and unauthorised wage deduction 💰 The case highlights the importance of treating employees with respect and dignity, even in seemingly minor interactions 🤝 Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #HealthandSafetyNews #HRProfessional #HRManager

New survey revals 23% run out of money before payday 💡 With a significant portion struggling to make ends meet due to the ongoing cost of living crisis, a staggering 12.4 million people are left scrambling for basic necessities, whilst 34% of adults have no savings, or less than £1,000 in a savings account 💸 30% of employees under 45 reported difficulty paying bills or buying groceries in 2024 🛒 This financial strain seems to be pushing younger workers to extremes: they're more likely to take on additional loans, move in with family to save money, and even work while sick due to fear of lost wages 😩 New legislation will soon eliminate the waiting period for statutory sick pay, meaning workers will receive financial support from the first day of illness, not the fourth. This reform is expected to be a welcome relief for many who previously couldn't afford to take sick leave 🤒 Employers are encouraged to offer flexible working arrangements and support employee wellbeing to ease the financial and mental stress caused by the cost of living crisis 🤝 Many workers are actively trying to boost their income, including seeking higher-paying jobs, taking on extra hours, or starting side hustles. Some have even delayed retirement to stay afloat 👴❌ Supportis are experts in #HumanResources, #EmploymentLaw and #HealthAndSafety for businesses just like yours, posting #HRNews for employers every weekday 📰 Book a fast, free, no-obligation chat with our friendly team today 🙋♀️ 📱 0161 603 2156 💻 supportis.com 💌 hello@supportis.com 💬 DM us #StockportBusiness #ManchesterBusiness #UKBusiness #NorthWestBusiness #UKSmallBusiness #LondonBusiness #HR #HumanResources #UKHealthAndSafety #EmploymentLawUK #EmployeeWellbeing #EmploymentTribunal #UKEmploymentTribunal #EmploymentLawNews #HumanResourcesNews #UKHumanResources #HealthandSafetyNews #HRProfessional #HRManager #CostofLiving #SideHustle