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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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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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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)  […]

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Can I record an absence for someone who has a disability?

Yes, you can record an absence for an employee with a disability, but it’s important to distinguish if the absence is disability-related. You must treat it fairly, ensure reasonable adjustments are considered, and avoid penalising the employee for disability-related absences. For free managers guides and templates  –  Supporting Disabilities support  (Support section)  👉 – https://breathingspacehr.co.uk/how-to-hr/

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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 correctly calculate holidays for leavers?

Holiday Entitlement  – (pro rata) number of days worked/number of days in a year x Holiday Entitlement (Incl Bank Holidays) Subtract any holiday already taken. If the employee has taken more than accrued, deduct the overused days from their final pay. If they’ve accrued more leave than taken, pay for the remaining days. For free […]

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What is the process for filing a workplace grievance?

Review the Policy: Check your company’s grievance procedure, usually in the employee handbook. Informal Discussion: Try to resolve the issue informally by speaking to your manager or HR. Formal Complaint: If unresolved, submit a formal grievance in writing, detailing the issue and any attempts to resolve it. Investigation: HR or a designated person will investigate […]

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