Dismissal: Shaping New Developments into Solution-Focused Answers for Employers 2024

How do you de-risk capability dismissals in long-term sickness cases where (1) OH is sitting on the fence, but a return to work seems unrealistic, and (2) the employee insists on returning but repeatedly and quickly falls sick again?

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How do you de-risk capability dismissals in long-term sickness cases where (1) OH is sitting on the fence, but a return to work seems unrealistic, and (2) the employee insists on returning but repeatedly and quickly falls sick again?

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How do you tackle an ongoing performance situation where mental health (1) appears to be a contributing factor and (2) turns into an actual factor because of the process you set in motion?

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What is ‘reasonable’ when it comes to (1) an employee's struggle with executive function and maintaining consistent productivity and (2) behaviours or mannerisms that may be upsetting to colleagues?

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How should you handle 'off the record' allegations from employees who explicitly state they 'want to make HR aware' but 'don't feel comfortable' with action being taken because of a power imbalance?

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In light of new legislation, when does banter become sexual harassment, how do you protect employees, and how do you investigate allegations that took place outside the workplace?

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How do you mitigate the risks of using SOSR as the reason for dismissal when a working relationship has broken down, even if the employee may not recognise this, supported by practical examples?

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