Business Matters – Page 10
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NewsIs that potential employee a criminal?
How far can employers go to check the criminal background of a prospective employee, asks Adam Rice, as the police are said to be handing over information to prospective employers.
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Sickness absence - what employers need to know
Sickness absence in the workplace is hard to resolve and many employers are uncertain about what to do in these situations, says Alan Massenhove.
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Will we see ‘equality’ for SMEs?
SMEs make up about 99% of British businesses, says John Davies, so it makes sense to ensure they operate on a level playing field when it comes to the £175bn of government contracts give to the private sector every year.
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Working at home – what can you claim?
The internet and flexible working arrangements are allowing increasing numbers of individuals to work at home, either full-time or part-time, says Martin Mann. But what expenses can be claimed?
