Questions and Answers

We want to take advantage of the Kickstart Scheme as we have heard that the Government will fully fund those aged 16–24 as “Kickstarters”. What are the details that we need to know?

I cannot open my workplace, do I have to pay my employees?

A refugee has applied for a nurse’s position in our organisation. What are their rights and which pre-employment checks are needed?

We held our Christmas party last night with a free bar and entertainment. What should I do if I suspect an employee was drink driving the morning after?

What is ethical overseas recruitment, what it meant by “active recruitment” and does this mean we can’t employ staff from countries on the WHO List?

Following a review, my employer wishes to improve our current practices in relation to mental health issues at work. I have been asked to provide a brief on how we can improve the promotion of mental health issues. Could you advise me on what we could do?

My business partner and I have recently opened a new venture — a late night opening bar in a busy city centre. Our clients generally come in “after the party”, as we’re open until 4am. In our staff meeting this week, the team leader raised the fact the clocks are going back on Sunday morning. They’re asking if they will get paid more, I don’t know where to start!

When carrying fuel, such as petrol and diesel, in a van, is there a limit to the volume that can be carried?

Staff in my small business are young and reasonably fit, and not many have had the Covid vaccine. Should I be encouraging them to get vaccinated?

How will Brexit affect my right-to-work checks for EU citizens who work for me?