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How much notice do I need to give a leaver?

The statutory notice period in the UK depends on how long an employee has worked for their employer:

  • 1 month to 2 years: At least one week’s notice
  • 2 to 12 years: One week’s notice for each year of service, up to a maximum of 12 weeks
  • 12 years or more: 12 weeks’ notice

Contractual notice: You must follow the contract specifying a longer notice period.

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How do we handle disciplinaries?

Start with a fair investigation. Consider suspension only if necessary. If there’s a case to answer, invite to a hearing with evidence, allow a companion, decide an appropriate outcome, and offer a right of appeal.

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What documents should we keep during grievances/disciplinaries?

Investigatory notes, statements, letters/invitations, evidence considered, outcome letters, and appeal records. Store securely and only as long as necessary.

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An employee’s been absent for a while. What should we do?

Keep in touch sensitively, hold review meetings, seek medical/Occupational Health advice. Consider reasonable adjustments, and follow your absence/capability policy. Treat long-term sickness fairly and consistently.

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What if someone is absent without explanation (AWOL)?

Make repeated contact attempts, document everything, and invite them to a meeting. If no valid reason emerges, manage under your disciplinary policy.

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Disciplinaries and grievances feel constant. How do we reduce them?

Invest in manager training, set clear expectations, keep documentation tidy, and resolve issues informally where appropriate. Consistency and early intervention prevent escalation.

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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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