One of the most common problems we encounter working with our clients is when an employee acts dishonestly, including when they fraudulently take money from the company for their own personal use. This blog looks at the importance of a conducting a thorough investigation.
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Best Business Award Win
Loch Associates Group wins Best Business 1-25 employees in the Times of Tunbridge Wells Business Awards 2019.
Obesity in the Workplace
Pam Loch and Bruce Jenner explore the issues of obesity in the workplace and the implications for employers in this article first published by HR Director.
Can and Should You Cut an Employee’s Salary?
Pam Loch looks at the risks associated with cutting the salary of an employee and the steps to take to protect your business.
Landmark Ruling Could Force UK Employers to Record Staff Breaks
Pam Loch comments on a new EU ruling which could force UK employers to record staff breaks and give staff proof of the hours they work.
Take Control of Your Wellbeing
Loch Training & Wellbeing’s Service Delivery Director Bruce Jenner shares his advice on preventing employees from experiencing stress-related burnout.
How Does IR35 Affect Using Self-Employed Workers?
Guidance for private sector employers on IR35 tax changes and the implications for using self employed contractors or consultants.
Lorraine Kelly, HMRC and the changing definition of self-employed
Alex Kiernan, Partner, shared his thoughts on the changing definition of self-employed status with HR Magazine recently following Lorraine Kelly’s win against HMRC’s million pound tax bill.
Non-traditional paths to law
Pam Loch reflects on the 100 year anniversary of women being allowed to practice as solicitors and non-traditional routes into the profession.
Ted Baker commits to cultural change after resignation of founder
Following the departure of Ted Baker founder Ray Kelvin amid allegations of sexual harassment, our Managing Director Pam Loch warns employers against jumping to conclusions when faced with similar allegations.
The legal fallout of employee’s abusive behaviour
There is often a fine line between ‘banter’ and abusive behaviour or language. This is exacerbated by the fact that employers are vicariously liable for acts or omissions by employees if they are carried out in the course of their employment.
Three ways being an employer is like being in a relationship
Having employees is a lot like having a personal relationship so we’ve put together our take on the similarities and what employers can learn from the world of romance.