"You're Fired" - Television Show Blamed for Increase in Unfair Dismissals - December 2007
The BBC television show, The Apprentice, is being blamed for the huge increase in the number of employment tribunals, allegedly due to Sir Alan Sugars blunt management approach being copied.
The renowned phrase from the show "You're Fired" has allegedly left thousands of employers in expensive tribunal actions. It has been suggested that the management style adopted during the show when telling contestants "You're Fired" is to blame.
If employers do not follow certain procedures when they are terminating employment it potentially leaves the door open for sacked workers to take their businesses to court and claim unfair dismissal. Tribunal claims have increased considerably over the last two years.
It is easy to misunderstand employment laws and it is essential that all employers are aware of the laws regarding ending employment and that there are procedures that they need to follow in order to comply with legislation.
Advice should be sought by employers before any action is taken.
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