As more employees return to the workplace, employers may want to know what proportion of their workforce has had their Covid-19 vaccinations.
Questions about the role of vaccinations in employers’ coronavirus health and safety measures continue to be popular. The top question this month looks at the data protection issues around asking about vaccination status.
A number of questions about resignations also feature in the top 10, including on resignation during disciplinary proceedings and whether employees can withdraw their resignation if they change their mind.
The top 10 HR questions in September 2021:
1. Can employers ask employees if they have had a coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination?
2. Can an employer require employees to have a coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination?
3. Can employers use the NHS Covid Pass to check employees’ coronavirus status?
6. What types of break between contracts would not constitute a break in continuous employment?
7. Can an employee retract their resignation?
9. When can an employer demote an employee lawfully?