Congratulations to Kelsey Ling
Congratulations to Kelsey Ling our junior secretary who had completed her apprenticeship with us and is now working in the Family Department.
Passing this latest Pitmans test is another feather to her cap.
Love is in the air at the Sawston office
Love is in the air at the Sawston office – two engagements in a matter of months:-
Paige Doran and Fiancé Aaron
Paige Doran secretary to Lisa Thornhill got engaged on 27th December to fiancé Aaron in a surprise engagement on 27th December in Paris.
Cazz Rice and Fiancé Gary
Cazz Rice, secretary to Rebecca Dedman got engaged to fiancé Gary on Tuesday 2nd April – again a complete surprise on their 2 year anniversary.
We wish them all the best for their future lives together
Red Nose Day 2019
Thank you to everyone that took part either baking, providing or eating cakes and treats for Red Nose Day on Friday.
You raised £59.00 for Comic Relief.
Becky
Sawston Fun Run 2019
Adams Harrison are proud to be are one of the sponsors of the forthcoming 2019 Sawston Fun Run and Walk which will be taking place on Sunday 12th May 2019.
This event has been running every year since 1986 and we have supported and sponsored the event since taking over the Sawston office from Webb & Partners, who had supported and sponsored the event from its outset in 1986.
Over the years a total of £456,000 has been donated to local charities and organisations.
If you would like to register to take part please click on the image below.
Paul Cammiss
It is with deep regret that the partners have to announce Paul Cammiss a former partner in the firm for very many years passed away on 15th February. Our deepest condolences are sent to his wife Lin and family.
Paul was a founder member of Adams Harrison in 1989 and remained involved with the practice, even after his retirement in June 2014, performing a role as a consultant until last year when he finally decided to enjoy retirement fully.
He will be sadly missed by those of us that were lucky enough to work with him at Adams Harrison
Cyber Essentials Accreditation
The firm has been awarded the Cyber Essentials accreditation – demonstrating that we have in place systems and controls to ensure that we are best protected against any internal and external threats. This includes not only our computer hardware but our entire internet facing infrastructure at Adams Harrison, including firewalls and internet routers.
The Cyber Essential scheme is Government backed and industry supported. To become accredited, it is necessary to show that there are technical controls in place to prevent against on line security threats.
We take seriously the risk of malicious attacks on data and therefore keep under regular review the steps and measures that can be put in place to reduce the risk.
We are now displaying the Cyber Essentials badge on our website homepage and e-mails to give clients and third parties peace of mind that their data is safe with us.
Congratulations To Hayley Ford
Hayley Ford Solicitor Wills Trusts and Probate
We are pleased to announce that Hayley Ford has passed her final examination of The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) qualification with a distinction.
This means that Hayley can now apply to become a full STEP member known as a ‘TEP.’
TEPs are internationally recognised as experts in their field, with proven qualifications and experience. Hayley studied for two years to obtain the qualification and took a specialist route focusing on advising vulnerable clients.
Charity Donation – Open Door Counselling
Pamela Jenner of Open Door (seen on the left of the photograph) with our Managing Partner Jennifer Carpenter being presented with a cheque for £350.00 as a donation to Open Door Counselling in Saffron Walden.
This money was donated rather than sending out Christmas cards to clients and contacts of the practice.
Pamela Jenner Receives Cheque From Jenny Carpenter Of Adams Harrison
Christmas Jumper Day 2018
Once again the staff at Adams Harrison have donned their most tasteful Christmas jumpers.
This was all in support of local charities and so this sartorial slip can be forgiven!
The total amount raised for “Save The Children” was £102.10
Nancy Carley, Lucy Potter, Debbie Dearman, Teresa Pitts, Lisa Kitchener, Ally Helbert, Emma Laidlaw and Becca Bonham of the Saffron Walden Office
Gary Watson, Sue Lawton, Cazz Rice, Christine Gee, Kelly Boon, Paige Doran and Alex Galloni of the Sawston Office
Tracy Spilsbury, Gillian Gilligan, Michelle Upton, Jenny Carpenter and Nicola Taylor of the Haverhill office.
Do You Need To Watch Your Behaviour At The Work’s Christmas Do?
Generally speaking in employment law terms if you attend a social event organized by your employer, with work colleagues this is considered an extension of the work place, even if it does not take place at your normal place of work. This means that the normal rules of conduct and behaviour apply. Those committing any misconduct, for example swearing, shouting, abusive language or violent or threatening violent behaviour can be subjected to disciplinary action as if it had occurred in the work place.
The Equality Act 2010 makes employers liable for acts of discrimination, harassment and victimization carried out by their employees in the course of employment, unless they can show that they took reasonable steps to prevent such acts.
Some examples of cases that have previously been brought are:
The Chief Constable of the Lincolnshire Police v Stubbs and other where a police officer complained of sexual harassment by colleagues in a pub outside working hours. The Employment Appeal Tribunal stated that social events away from the police station involving officers from work either immediately after work, or for an organized party fell within the remit of during the “course of employment” and as such the employer was responsible for the actions of the staff member carrying out the harassment. This is known as vicariously liable.
In the case of Bellman v Northampton Recruitment a drunk Managing Director caused serious injury to a sales manager when assaulting him at a Christmas party. The employer was vicariously liable for the assault.
Case law has established though that what happens after the official Christmas party, even if with work colleagues is not the employer’s concern.
As an employer it might be worth reminding staff that normal work rules apply at the party/event. Any grievance raised by a staff member about an occurrence at the office party should be treated seriously and no less seriously because it occurred outside normal working hours.
As an employee, whilst you may want to let your hair down, you should still be on your best behaviour to avoid any implications for your job. You should also ensure that you make it to work after the party. Employers can take disciplinary action for non-attendance, even if it is as a result of a work social event the night before. Employers should treat all employees in this situation the same though. An employer can only make a deduction from wages for arriving late to work if the contract of employment permits this.
For advice on all areas of employment law, for employers and employees contact Jennifer Carpenter our employment specialist solicitor.
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