It is predicted within 2.2 million people to be unemployed by the end of 2021. (Office For Budget Responsibility) many firms are having to make job cuts to withstand economic downturn caused by Covid-19.
New disputes are arising with employees, such as refusing to return to work because of health concerns, increased levels of sickness absence and below-par employee performance, perhaps due to anxiety or continued home working.
If redundancies or conduct/capability dismissals are being made it is crucial to act fairly otherwise you could face unfair dismissal claims.
HR has kindly provided a resource to help you prevent this by showing you have acted fairly and reasonably.
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