Working Time

What is a Four-Day Work Week?

A four-day work week is the period where employees complete their job duties in four days, rather than the traditional five.

How to Implement a Four-Day Work Week

The first step employers should take is thinking about whether a four-day work week is suitable for their specific business.

What is the Purpose of TOIL in Employment?

In this guide, we'll discuss what TOIL is, how it works, and the benefits it can bring to your business.

What Rights Do Part-Time Workers Have?

In this guide, we’ll look at what a part-time worker is, what their legal rights are, and ensuring equal treatment of them and full-time workers.

How to Comply with the Working Time Directive Regulations

In this guide, we'll discuss HGV drivers' hours rules, how many rest periods they're entitled to, and what happens if you fail to comply.

A Guide to Managing Employee Overtime Effectively

In this guide, we’ll explain what overtime is, the rules around overtime pay, and whether staff can refuse to work overtime.

Making the most of term time working

For working parents, individuals with commitments outside of work or disabilities, and those who simply enjoy having an extended break from working each year, term-time working can be an ideal option. Offering contracts of this type can also be advantageous for employers, especially those whose activities peak during times of the year that coincide with school terms. So, as schools are heading back for a new term, we take a look at the law on term-time contracts.

Too many people work on holiday to reduce stress

Even when on a much-needed holiday, two thirds of high earners cannot resist checking their emails when they are meant to be chilling out

A word from our founder on the flexible working debate

Flexible working – is it dividing the nation? This is a big question in the media. And with more studies delving into why employees are looking for remote and hybrid-based roles, it seems many employers are pushing for a return to the office.

Time off in lieu vs paid overtime: what's best for your workplace?

The right way to handle a remote working request

A stark warning: after-hours work calls and emails

Read our article: 'A stark warning: after-hours work calls and emails'. Contact us today for more information about our Employment Law, Health & Safety, and HR services.

Flexible working has become more popular in recent years. With more ways of doing work remotely and recognition of the productivity and wellbeing benefits, have seen more employers offer it.