Bullying or just unpleasant behaviour?
Back in 2010 Stuff posted an article declaring “Kiwis worst in the world for bullying”. The article relied on a survey of 1700 workers from various industries in which 17.8% of respondents were identified as “victims of bullying”. More recently, last year Stuff reported on the issue again, quoting further studies and experts showing that workplace bulling was “rife”.
Schools, Principals, and Health and Safety
Recent media reports have highlighted the fears of school principals of being held personally liable for playground injuries under the new Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.
Some of the statements being made around the new workplace health and safety law, and how it applies to schools, are in our view just plain wrong. Some of these misconceptions are being made based on misinformation, and sometimes simply to create a good news headline.
Employee's Rights During Insolvency
Recent financial stress has seen many businesses close, leaving employees uncertain over future employment, and also concerned as to whether any wages, holiday pay or redundancy owing will be paid.
Some creditors (including employees) are given preferential rights’ and therefore are more likely to receive what is owed to them.
When a Business faces Financial Pressure
When a business is facing financial pressure, it can be very stressful, not only for the directors and shareholders, but all related parties including creditors, suppliers and employees. If you seek help early, and take good advice, then these stresses can be managed. The sooner a risk is identified, the more options that are open to a business to deal with financial stress.
Health & Safety Law for Volunteers and Charities
The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 comes into force on 4 April 2016. The new legislation does provide exemptions for volunteer organisations, associations and charities. If you are running a charity or a volunteer organisation it is important to know where you fit under the new workplace health and safety law.
