Following the highly publicised mass dismissal of P&O employees in early 2022, ‘fire and re-hire’ has become an emotive topic and Labour made it part of their manifesto pledge to end unscrupulous fire and rehire tactics and to strengthen collective redundancy rights. That pledge has been unequivocally fulfilled in the provisions of the Employment Rights
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Employment Rights Bill – Unfair Dismissal
One of the most widely discussed Labour proposals before the election was to make the right not to be unfairly dismissed a “day one right” for employees. The Employment Rights Bill stands by this proposal, although it isn’t clear exactly what it will look like in practice. What is clear however is the impact it
Top 10 tips for defending an employment tribunal claim
Top 10 tips for defending an employment tribunal claim
Employment tribunal claims are an occupational hazard for all employers. With the best will in the world its not always possible to prevent claims. So, what should an employer do to put itself in the best position to defend a claim…?
A positive duty for employers to prevent sexual harassment
A positive duty for employers to prevent sexual harassment
With effect from 26 October 2024 employers have a positive duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Here we take a brief look at what this will mean for employers…
- The legislation will introduce a positive duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent
How to get managers to ‘buy-in’ to the HR process
How to get managers to ‘buy-in’ to the HR process
A common problem HR experience is getting managers to ‘buy in’ to the HR process. Some managers see HR issues as something others should deal with. If you are responsible for HR in your organisation what can you do to get manager ‘buy in’?
- Make
10 in ten – Danielle Amor
Danielle Amor has just reached a major milestone at Pannone, after celebrating 10 years at the firm last month [September]. Her work anniversary mirrors that of the firm, having joined Pannone just a few months after the MBO completed on Valentine’s Day 2014.
“It was an exciting time to join Pannone and the firm
Baby on board….
Baby on board….
What are the things an employer needs to know about making an employee on maternity leave redundant….?
- Firstly, it’s possible. There’s a common misconception you can’t dismiss someone simply because they’re on maternity leave. This is untrue; it is perfectly lawful to dismiss someone whilst on maternity leave. It just needs to
I’ve hired a liar….!!
I’ve hired a liar….!!
What are the things employers need to know when they discover that someone has been dishonest during the recruitment process….?
- If the lie is sufficiently serious, a dismissal for gross misconduct (i.e. without notice) is possible.
- However, if the employee has yet to start work, your safest option can be to
My Life in Law – Simon Fitzgerald
Simon Fitzgerald has been a mainstay at Pannone in all its guises since 2002. As a Debt Recovery Executive, Simon has seen the firm grow and develop considerably, joining 22 years ago on the back of a ‘fantastic opportunity’ to be part of Pannone along with a team of four other people.
Simon’s route in
Pannone Corporate appoints Head of Finance as it strives for growth
Pannone Corporate has appointed a new Head of Finance to its Manchester team, as part of ambitious growth plans.
Sarah-Jane Roper joins the law firm from the University of Manchester. As Head of Finance, she was responsible for three cultural institutions, Manchester Museum, Whitworth Art Gallery and Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement, as well as