What do the following have in common? A managing director punches an employee at a drinking session in the early hours; a self-employed doctor sexually assaults a bank’s prospective employees during a medical examination; and an IT auditor uploads the personal data for thousands of staff online…
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Read MoreIf you are thinking about reviewing a job applicant’s social media activity, think again. Chris Tutton offers guidance on what is and is not likely to be acceptable in the recruitment process.
Read MoreThe emergence of the gig economy has seen companies like Uber and Deliveroo using workers on a self-employed basis. While this can cut business operating costs, issues can easily arise regarding workers’ rights and employment status.
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