Robin Turnbull

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Why don’t you just switch off your computer and let your employer whistle!

Dec 30, 2024 | scotsman.com | Robin Turnbull

The expectation of staff being constantly available to employers could soon be a thing of the pastAs the line between work and home continues to blur, the concept of a ‘right to switch off’ is gaining traction, and the UK Government is aiming to address an increasingly common issue: the expectation of constant availability. The right to switch off is part of the UK Government’s broader ‘New Deal for Working People’, which aims to counteract the negative impacts of constant connectivity.
When it comes to bereavement, don’t forget about men

Nov 19, 2024 | andersonstrathern.co.uk | Emily Martin |Robin Turnbull

Traditional gender and cultural stereotypes really do have a lot to answer for. We’re almost a quarter of the way through the 21st century, yet too many men still believe that displaying visible signs of grief and sadness is a weakness. In fact, research from the Sue Ryder Trust found that 52% of men hide how they are feeling, even from those closest to them, during the grieving process.
Can the uniquitous WhatsApp cut it in the workplace?

Jul 25, 2024 | heraldscotland.com | Robin Turnbull

With two billion users globally, the use of WhatsApp at work is probably here to stay but, as former Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other leaders have discovered, its use is not without its perils. The Covid public inquiry brought a host of concerns into sharp relief in terms of the appropriateness and safety of using WhatsApp in a professional setting. The blurring of lines between personal and work life means employers and employees should proceed with caution.
Beware the pitfalls of new holiday pay rules as festival season approaches

Jul 15, 2024 | msn.com | Robin Turnbull

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Beware the pitfalls of new holiday pay rules as festival season approaches - Robin Turnbull

Jul 15, 2024 | scotsman.com | Robin Turnbull

If you employ seasonal staff act now to reap the benefits from simplified processes and avoid potential legal problems, writes Robin TurnbullWith the festival season approaching, employers who hire workers on irregular hours or on a temporary basis should consider the potential pitfalls of a recent holiday pay legislation change. It came into effect on 1 April this year and aimed to simplify payroll and holiday pay calculations.
What should employers do about domestic violence?

Jun 24, 2024 | andersonstrathern.co.uk | Emily Martin |Robin Turnbull |Craig McCracken

It’s unusual for Ireland to lead the UK on employment law, but the UK Government has since confirmed it won’t follow. It believes existing employment rights – such as the right to annual leave, emergency time off for dependants and flexible working – are sufficient. This may sound plausible, but only if employers are empathetic and flexible.
Navigating the New UK Tipping Rules: A Guide for Employers

Jun 14, 2024 | andersonstrathern.co.uk | Kimberley Park |Musab Hemsi |Robin Turnbull

On 1 October 2024, new UK-wide legislation on tipping will come into force, significantly altering the landscape for restaurants and other hospitality outlets. These changes mandate that tips must be passed onto all workers fairly without any deductions being made, with businesses required to have a written policy and keep records detailing how tips have been dealt with.
Navigating gender dynamics in Education

May 28, 2024 | andersonstrathern.co.uk | Aimee Russell |Robin Turnbull

The landscape of gender identity and its legal implications has undergone significant evolution in recent years, presenting complex challenges for both employers and service providers as they strive to create inclusive environments. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the realm of education, where institutions must balance legal obligations with the diverse needs and perspectives of their students and staff.
Why wait until it’s law to introduce a neonatal leave policy?

Jul 18, 2023 | andersonstrathern.co.uk | Aimee Russell |Musab Hemsi |Robin Turnbull

This far-from-ideal situation leaves many parents of the 90,000 babies who need neonatal care in the UK each year facing a tough choice: use up their maternity or paternity leave (meant for when they’re settling their new arrival at home), take unpaid leave, or return to work while their child is poorly in hospital. In May this year, the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Bill received Royal Assent, so this is all set to change.
The tidal wave of workplace grievance claims must be stemmed

Jun 12, 2023 | andersonstrathern.co.uk | Aimee Russell |Robin Turnbull

Who could have imagined a gentle word like ‘snowflake’ could spark such divided opinion on behaviour in the modern workplace? But here’s a summary for those not following the story so far. The deputy prime minister Dominic Raab recently resigned, after an independent report into his alleged bullying of staff concluded he had acted in a way which was “intimidating” and had been “unreasonably and persistently aggressive” in some meetings with civil servants.