What is a 0-Hour Contract and Should I Use One?

What is a 0-hour contract? A 0-hour contract does not have a legal definition and can be used for somebody with ‘worker’ or ‘employee’ status. A 0-hour contract is a type of employment contract which doesn’t state a minimum number of hours, so gives businesses more...

5 Quick Steps to Employ an EU Worker

It is a criminal offence to employ somebody that does not have the right to work in the UK. Failure to check an applicant’s right to work in the UK can lead to penalties of up to £20,000. But don’t let this put you off employing European workers (and remember not to...

3 Topics to AVOID at Interview

Family Questions to avoid: Are you pregnant? Do you plan to have children in the near future? Are you married? Who would look after your children when you’re working? How many children do you have? What age are your children? Will this job clash with your family...

What is an Employee Handbook and Why do I Need One?

What is an employee handbook? An employee handbook is essentially the instruction manual of the employment relationship between you and your employees. It is a document given to employees explaining important and useful information about their employment with the...