Fit for work scheme failing to help tackle long-term absence
A RECENT survey has revealed that the government’s flagship fit for work scheme is under-utilised, despite being brought in to give millions of workers access to free occupational health advice and support.
HR Alert: Employment tribunal fees ruled as unlawful
A RISE in employment tribunal claims is anticipated after the Supreme Court ruled that employment tribunal fees are unlawful as they prevent access to justice for workers.
Deal with performance issues in appropriate way
A RECENT employment tribunal case Mrs M Williams v Meddygfa Rhydbach Surgery & Others highlights the importance of robust performance management.
Ever popular MDDUS Practice Managers’ Conference returns to St Andrews
MDDUS’ employment law team will be delivering a workshop on carrying out a disciplinary hearing as part of the ever popular MDDUS Practice Managers’ Conference taking place later this year.
Men want option to work flexible hours too
MEN in the UK want more flexible working options, according to a recent study.
Text messaging in general practice useful but not without risks
A STUDY of UK GPs found that 38 per cent now use texting to communicate with patients.
Dental check by one
HEALTH organisations across healthcare are supporting the launch of a nationwide campaign to promote dental health checks in children before age one.
General practice delivering improvement and innovation says CQC
NEARLY 90 per cent of general practices in England have been rated as good or outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, making this the highest performing sector the CQC regulates.
RCP advice on employing physician associates
An employer’s guide to physician associates
New safety body given investigatory powers
A NEW Health Service Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) will be given power to investigate serious patient safety incidents under proposals laid before Parliament by the Department of Health.