Questions and Answers

Is there a way I can avoid using employees and the resulting paperwork? Can I just use self-employed or independent contractors?

How can we deal with absence caused by staff illness over the winter?

What’s the latest on the CQC’s new approach to inspection?

Can my staff accept Christmas presents from the people they support?

Are the National Minimum Wage bandings changing in 2024?

What happened to the proposal for employers to be able to use agency workers during strikes?

How can we make sure we are doing all we can to support bereavement in our care service?

How should I calculate the paid holiday entitlement for a casual worker?

An ex-employee has applied for a vacant role, what should I do?

How can we prepare for winter?