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We review what the impact of a no-deal Brexit will be on Employment Law and HR matters, and the differing outcomes depending on whether the ‘no deal’ scenario will take effect, or a deal with the EU is reached. As the deadline of Brexit taking effect approaches the likelihood of a ‘no deal Brexit’ situation […]

The beginning of a new year is a good opportunity to check that your Health and Safety documentation is up-to-date. If there have been any significant changes to your business or any changes in legislation, your Health and Safety documentation will need updating to keep your business legally compliant. To help you with this task, […]

We take a look at some of the most common HR myths at Christmas and provide practical guidance for employers and businesses. 1. Myth: Temporary Christmas-cover workers do not get holidays. 2. Myth: Temporary Christmas-cover workers do not have a contract if there is nothing in writing. 3. HR Myths at Christmas: An end of […]

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 […]