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What is considered workplace harassment?

Workplace harassment is any unwanted conduct related to a protected characteristic (e.g., age, race, sex, disability, religion) that creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating, or offensive environment. Harassment can include verbal, physical, or non-verbal behaviour and can involve bullying, inappropriate jokes, or discriminatory comments  (For a free Managers Guide , go to  How To HR  – support section link)

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Do I have to give bank holidays to an employee who doesn’t work on a Monday?

Yes By law, part-time employees and workers are protected from being treated less favourably than a full-time ‘comparator’. The law is the Part-time Workers (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2000.  The bank holiday allowance should be pro rata  (proportioned into hours worked) and added to their holiday allowance. For free managers guides and templates  […]

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How can we manage resistance to change during mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring?

Communicate clearly and early, involve employees where possible, and support managers to lead through change. Consistency, transparency, and listening to concerns help build trust and reduce resistance.

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How can we manage payroll complexities, especially for global or remote teams?

Use a reliable payroll system, understand local tax and employment laws, and standardise processes across locations. Where needed, work with local experts or providers to ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely payments.

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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 […]

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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 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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