Latest News | 4 March 2021
Free advice clinic for employers
Timms Solicitors has launched a free advice clinic to help firms better manage HR and employment issues.
The law firm is offering an initial 30-minute telephone or video conferencing appointment for companies planning their future workforce requirements.
According to Emma Spandrzyk, a specialist in employment law at the firm, the UK is in the midst of a ‘rising redundancy tsunami’ with employers in danger of facing dramatic increases in disputes and tribunal claims.
She said: “This is a pivotal time for many businesses and we are at the brink of what will be a stressful and painful time for both employers and employees alike – particularly once the furlough arrangements end.
“With employment costs being one of the largest outgoings for most SMEs in particular, it is vital to plan ahead in terms of future workforce requirements.
“Most employers want to avoid redundancies and taking legal advice now on the different measures that can be explored with their workforce may not only save jobs but also maintain morale at what continues to be a challenging time for everyone.
“If redundancies cannot be avoided, it is important that the process is handled correctly to avoid potentially costly litigation.”
