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In the UK, the retail sector contributed around £194 billion to the national economy – roughly 11% of the country’s total output. It is the largest private sector employer in the country, employing approximately 4.9 million people and generating £406 billion in sales in 2017. The notable size of the retail sector means that it’s […]

What Is Employee Theft? It’s important here to start with the definition of theft from an employer. Stealing at work is generally termed ‘theft in the workplace.’ Employee theft is generally defined as when an employee is guilty of “any stealing, use, or misuse of an employer’s assets without permission.” The term “assets” within this […]

Notice periods, contractual and statutory rules, effective dates, and the giving and receiving of notice can be a very complex area of any employment relationship. It relates mainly to issues surrounding a termination of employment and in that sense can often be a contentious and negative subject. Read our roundup below of the 5 common […]

On average, 22 employees in the manufacturing sector die in workplace accidents every year. More than 4,000 sustain injuries that keep them out of the workplace for a week or more. The importance of a thorough manufacturing Health and Safety policy cannot be underestimated. With this in mind, the Wirehouse team have compiled a complete […]

Nearly 4 months after the legislation came into force, business owners and HR departments should be well underway with GDPR by now and ensuring they are processing their employee’s personal data fairly and lawfully. Whilst advising on HR and data protection, common queries have arisen regarding the processing of employee data, this guide tackles the […]

The 2 year mark is a significant date in any employment relationship. This is because once an employee has 2 years’ continuous service they have the requisite qualifying service to bring an ordinary unfair dismissal claim. It is important to remember that there are a whole host of other claims, such as discrimination claims, that […]

As everyone is aware, GDPR came into effect on 25th May and by now all organisations should be working towards and maintaining their compliance to minimise the risk of a data breach. There are many interpretations of the legislation and from this stems a variety of misconceptions which we address in this practical GDPR guide. […]

Unpaid work trials often form an important part of businesses’ recruitment processes. They allow a company to test how a potential employee handles the pressures of a real working environment and ensures they have the required skills. However, a growing number of businesses appear to be using unpaid trials for ulterior purposes, often in an […]