Stephen Simpson

With Ramadan approaching, Stephen Simpson provides a five-point checklist for employers on how to support employees observing religious festivals.

Employers' questions on pay, attendance and childcare that are likely to arise during severe weather.

Euro 2024: Many employers are gearing up for staff to enjoy this year's tournament in Germany.

As a result of how the Easter bank holidays fall in 2024 and 2025, some employers will breach their employees’...

Stephen Simpson provides answer to employers' questions as rail strikes and airport staff shortages cause travel disruption for employees.

With the cost of living crisis and a tight labour market as a result of the great resignation, effective succession...

As awareness increases of the impact of gender-specific health issues on the workforce, we look at implementing a workplace menopause policy.

The midpoint of 2022 is a good time for HR professionals to take stock of the many employment law proposals in the pipeline.

Managing a manager's performance can be a complex and high-risk process if you do not get it right.

How can HR go the extra mile to ensure that redundant employees are treated fairly and respectfully during a stressful and challenging time?

HR professionals must ensure that their organisation is on top of the raft of employment law developments in April 2022.

Employment tribunals have been deciding coronavirus-related cases throughout 2021. We set out 10 key first-instance rulings related to the pandemic from which employers can learn lessons.

It is good practice for employers to run a trial period before committing to the hybrid working model. A trial...

Employers should make the most of the positive impact of the tournament on staff morale but may need to take steps to minimise disruption.

As restrictions on international travel ease, Stephen Simpson highlights five potential annual leave issues that employers could face this summer...