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

This document offers a practical procedure for employers to implement and adheres to the ACAS Code of Practice (the statutory minimum standard) for grievance issues

Covering related statutory provisions – employers may offer enhanced benefits if desired

For use where the nature of the work is casual and cannot be guaranteed. Casual workers have less employment rights than permanent staff.

Covering key statutory provisions and arrangements to pregnant employee prior to maternity leave.

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

Can be adapted for full and part-time permanent employment opportunities – covering all legal requirements and statutory employer obligations.

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.

This is the minimum standard all employers must adhere to when handling any disciplinary or grievance issues.