Employment law

How can HR professionals best minimise unconscious bias in the workplace? Louise Brown and Carole Spencer report in light of a recent employment tribunal ruling

How can employers avoid conflicts of interest where a new senior hire plans to retain an existing position at another firm? James Froud reports

Nick Marshall considers the challenges for employers dealing with words or phrases that could be seen as offensive

What pre-employment screening checks should employers carry out on potential new employees to safeguard against future headaches? Hollie Whyman reports

Hayley Marles highlights important areas of the law that HR professionals and business owners need to be aware of

Having employment status law at the heart of the tax system doesn’t work – it’s too complicated, says Dave Chaplin

Gillian MacLellan provides practical tips for HR professionals on minimising workplace harassment

What are the perils involved for employers where employees use instant messenger applications to discuss work-related matters? Rhiannon Jenkins reports