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Disability discrimination in the workplace
For an employer dealing effectively with any complaint from an employee is essential and it is especially so if it is one of disability discrimination.The evidence is not always as obvious and blatan…
Trade union representation for non-members
Our fully qualified and experienced Trade Union representatives are on hand to help you with any concerns you may have with your employer and any issues you may face while in employment. Contact o…
Ethical Veganism
A Happy New Year to you all from the staff at Castle Associates. This week’s News editorial is just a short snippet and a more comprehensive round up of the most important stories of 2019 will…
The negative and damaging consequences of workplace discrimination
The impact of suffering any type of unfavourable treatment can be devastating for the victim and it is particularly so with workers subjected to discrimination.All discrimination is harmful as it can…
Recognising when bullying becomes harassment
No employee should be subjected to unfavourable treatment at their place of work and in tackling such a problem an employer must be clear about what it is dealing with.It is not uncommon for the vict…
How Recruitment Works
The work needed to get recruitment rightWith research revealing that a high number of job applicants admit lying on their CV getting the recruitment process right is crucial.Recruitment is all about…
What an employer needs to know about the HR policies required by law
What an employer needs to know about the HR policies required by law
Policies are important in any walk of life and for an employer they play a key role in outlining its approach to a range of…
Appraisals and what to expect
The good work needed to get the most out of a performance appraisalFor some employees talking openly and comfortably about their achievements and what they are best at can be…well, slightly uncomfort…
Out with the old and in with the new to manage staff performance?
Out with the old and in with the new to manage staff performance?
Crucial to the success of any business enterprise is the performance of its staff and getting the best out of employees needs go…
How does disciplinary action work?
By now we all know what is required to conduct a fair disciplinary process, but ensuring it actually is fair is not always straightforward.
An employer’s disciplinary procedure should be docum…
Handling an employee grievance
Dealing with a formal employee complaint effectively is crucial as it can make-or-break a working relationship.
A grievance should be addressed fairly and without unreasonable delay with the a…
The important business of employment law
Failing to comply with any law runs a risk and it is the same with employment law and business.The legislation is designed to protect the rights of the employee and covers almost all aspects of the e…
