Summary dismissal: fair procedure guide

Dismissing an employee without notice, or payment in lieu of notice, requires employers to proceed with caution, not least to minimise the risk of a claim for unfair or wrongful dismissal. The following guide examines the law relating to summary dismissal, with practical advice on the procedures you will need to follow for the dismissal […]

Zero hour contract holiday pay entitlement

zero hour contract holiday entitlement

With zero hour contracts a common feature of the UK economy, the following guide looks at the law relating to zero hour contract holiday pay entitlement. Zero hour contract rights Under the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 1996, a zero hour contract is defined as a contract of employment under which the undertaking to do or […]