In the Loop: June 2022

Tribunal rules calling a man ‘bald’ is harassment: when banter becomes bullying

In a verdict that sparked mass controversy and concern, a tribunal has ruled that calling a man ‘bald’ is sex-related harassment. This begs the question: where do you draw the line between banter and bullying in the workplace?

To prevent staff from crossing that line and landing you in legal trouble, here’s what you need to do…

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Ban on exclusivity clauses: how to manage staff who work multiple jobs

Last month, the government announced it was widening the ban on exclusivity clauses to help the lowest earners of society top up their income. Which means your staff may now have the right to work multiple jobs when they didn’t before…

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No tokenism: here’s how you can really help LGBTQ+ staff

It’s pride month. So, remember to check off these HR essentials to support your LGBTQ+ staff. To create good relations with your staff, better retention, and avoid legal risk, you need to go beyond tokenism. Here’s how to get started…

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Remote worker pay cuts: the risks employers should know about?

You might be asking yourself whether a pay cut would be reasonable if staff will no longer be travelling into work. The question is: can you lawfully reduce a remote worker’s wages? The answer is you might – but be aware of these risks…

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Are your hybrid workers covered under DSE regulations?

Do your hybrid staff work on PCs or laptops daily for periods of an hour or more? Then, you’ll need to make sure they’re complying with DSE regulations. If you don’t, you’ll be breaking health & safety law…

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