Straight Talking HR Newsletter
Does the gradual withdrawal of the furlough scheme mean we are now approaching a phase of redundancies?
What you need to know
Hold a consultation meeting
Discuss alternatives (if there are any)
Consider selection criteria / Are there any volunteers?
Understand the payments
Redundancy
Notice
Outstanding pay / furlough
Holiday
| Previous rate | Rate from April 2021 | Increase | |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Living Wage | £8.72 | £8.91 | 2.2% |
| 21-22 Year Old Rate | £8.20 | £8.36 | 2.0% |
| 18-20 Year Old Rate | £6.45 | £6.56 | 1.7% |
| 16-17 Year Old Rate | £4.55 | £4.62 | 1.5% |
| Apprentice Rate | £4.15 | £4.30 | 3.6% |
| Accommodation Offset | £8.20 | £8.36 | 2.0% |
Returning to the workplace after working from home
As we prepare for the return to the workplace employers have a lot to consider:
Is the workplace COVID-safe? – HSE Advice
Mental Health – are you all ready to be work-place based again?
The key is to start communications early
Discuss with your people what you have put in place and also make sure you listen to their ideas, particularly if they work in different teams / locations to you.
Have your employee’s circumstances changed which may impact work?
Will you work processes change?
For further advice and information on this, mental health or communication give me a call or use the contact form