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Do I have to permit an employee parental leave?

Yes, you must permit statutory parental leave if the employee meets the eligibility requirements. This includes maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave. For unpaid parental leave, employees with at least 1 year of service are also entitled to it, subject to notice requirements.

For free managers guides and templates  –  Family Leave Guide (Support section)  👉 – https://breathingspacehr.co.uk/how-to-hr/

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Can I dismiss someone who has a disability?

Yes, you can dismiss someone with a disability, but only if there is a fair reason, such as misconduct or capability issues, and after considering reasonable adjustments. Dismissal must not be related to the disability itself, to avoid discrimination claims. For free managers guides and templates  –  Supporting Disabilities support  (Support section)  👉 – https://breathingspacehr.co.uk/how-to-hr/

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If an employee is sick during their notice period do I pay SSP or normal pay?

You pay normal pay if the employee is off sick and unable to work during their notice period.

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What are the legal requirements for redundancy pay?

Statutory redundancy pay if employees have at least 2 years of continuous service. The amount paid depends on age, years of service, and weekly salary (up to a cap). The formula is: half a week’s pay for each full year you were under 22 one week’s pay for each full year you were 22 or […]

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HR admin takes too much time. How can we streamline it?

Adopt an HRIS for leave, records, and documents; standardise templates; and automate onboarding/offboarding checklists and reminders.  Call Breathing Space as we provide Admin support!

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What is the reason we calculate part-time employees’ holiday entitlement in hours rather than days?

Part-time employees’ holiday entitlement is calculated in hours rather than days to ensure fairness and accuracy, as their working hours may vary. This method accounts for their specific work patterns, making it easier to calculate their pro-rata holiday entitlement based on the actual hours they work compared to full-time employees. For free managers guides and […]

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How do I manage an unfair dismissal claim?

Follow Procedure: Ensure that the dismissal followed a fair process, including investigation, warnings, and opportunities for improvement. Document Everything: Keep detailed records of performance issues, warnings, and any meetings or communications. Provide Reasoning: Be clear about the reasons for dismissal, ensuring they are valid and consistent with company policies. Offer Appeal: Allow the employee to […]

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