A guide to handling short and long term sickness absences and adhering to statutory provisions and best practice.

Updated in June 2014 following the revision of the Flexible Working Regulations where all staff have a statutory right to apply for flexible working, providing they have 26 weeks service.

Covering statutory arrangements in relation to adoptive leave.

A guide to the recruitment process – from producing a job description, advertising, shortlisting, interview technique and job offers.

Covering all statutory provisions, this policy also guides you through the procedures for handling maternity related matters.

Bullying can be unlawful, if it is related to one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.  This policy guides you through what constituates bullying or harassment and how to handle it fairly.

How to handle whistleblowing – employees are obligated to report any wrongdoing they witness at work if they believe it to be in the public's interest. They must not be treated unfairly by having come forward.

Following the introduction of the Shared Parental Leave Regulations in 2014, this policy provides a practical guide to implementing procedures should you receive a request.

This policy was updated under the Equality Act 2010 and covers equal treatment on the basis of all 'protected characteristics' under the Act.

There are many reasons an employee may not be able to attend work, other than sickness. This policy attempts to cover these circumstances and how to manage them, in accordance with statutory provisions. Includes jury service, bereavement and emergency leave.