Claiming Tax Relief for Working from Home
Did your employees work from home during the pandemic? In the tax years 2020-2021 and 2021- 2022 millions of people across the UK worked from home and were therefore eligible to claim tax relief on additional household costs they incurred. The rules around eligibility...
It’s hot, hot, hot! How to keep your staff (and tempers) cool.
During much of July, an amber weather warning has been put in place for large parts of the UK due to soaring temperatures. As such, employers should prepare for the issues the hot weather can cause in the workplace and come up with contingency plans. We have a few...
Changes in who can legally certify a ‘fit note’ – July 2022.
Many employees (and employers) may still use the term ‘sick note’, but the principle of a ‘fit note’ is the same. Previously only a doctor could sign someone as either ‘not fit for work or fit for work’. Whilst specific advice may be given on the fit note regarding...
Is Ethical veganism a ‘philosophical belief’ under employment law?
Employers should provide training and awareness on the subject of ethical veganism, in the same way that they provide mental health or equality and diversity training. Managers should be aware that teasing or belittling a person for their beliefs could be considered...
