‘What is classed as gross misconduct?‘ is one of the most common questions our clients ask our expert HR specialists, usually when they feel they need to take swift action but cannot afford to get the process wrong. At GAP HR, we support small, owner-managed businesses across the UK with HR and employment law issues, … Read more
Gross misconduct examples are a common concern for employers. The stakes are high, decisions are time-sensitive, and the consequences can be extremely damaging if the process is mishandled. At GAP HR, we support employers with practical HR and employment law advice. Our clear focus is helping you stay tribunal-free, and we have been doing so … Read more
If you are searching for ‘gross misconduct meaning’, the HR specialists at GAP HR are here to help. Gross misconduct is one of those HR phrases everyone has heard, but few understand. Understanding the meaning of gross misconduct, and how it differs from ‘ordinary’ misconduct, can help you to act firmly and protect your business … Read more
Gross misconduct is one of the most serious issues an employer will ever deal with. It is also one of the easiest areas to get wrong if you act in haste or do not fully understand employment law. For small businesses in particular, one badly handled gross misconduct case can mean a tribunal claim, considerable … Read more
My dog Comet almost drowned last week. And while it was less dramatic than it sounds, it was still awful. We were walking along the towpath when we bumped into an old friend. I stopped to chat, but Comet didn’t fancy a chinwag, commencing his normal bouncing and barking that makes it clear that he … Read more
When you employ a new person, it is important to check references. All you are looking for is confirmation that they really did work for that company as stated on their CV. More than that is unrealistic to expect nowadays. But what else do you need to have? In addition to the usual references, sometimes … Read more
I was reviewing a contract today. They had a sentence in there:
“If you are considered to have committed gross misconduct then you will be summarily dismissed, with no notice or pay.”
Now I know what they are trying to say. They are just not saying it correctly.
