As you are no doubt aware, the Coronavirus Pandemic has caused a whole host of new problems for employers who have been battling to adapt to an ever-changing landscape, especially in relation to HR-related issues. To help you safeguard your business in the short, medium and long-term, we are offering a Coronavirus HR Support Service to help you navigate this current crisis.
Our team of specialist Employment Lawyers are on hand to offer legal and practical advice in all areas affected by COVID-19, including:
- Furlough leave (otherwise known as the Government’s “80% scheme”)
- Closures, redundancies and restructures
- Layoffs and short time working
- Vulnerable employees or employees who live with other vulnerable persons
- Sick pay: Who/what you should be paying
- Holidays and new amendments to the working time regulations
- Home working during Coronavirus
- Avoiding discrimination claims
- Medical suspension
- Time off for dependents
Our Coronavirus HR Support Service is available for a fixed fee of £125.00 plus VAT and will provide you with the following services:
1) A 30-minute telephone consultation with a qualified and experienced Employment Lawyer
2) An email following the consultation, summarising our advice
3) Template documents, upon request, including a furlough letter to staff, detailed Coronavirus guide for employers, FAQs for staff, holiday cancellation letter and home working policy specific to Coronavirus
4) Access to our updating service, as and when changes occur
