Supplied in hard copy and electronically, the handbook comes in three volumes - with separate sections for employers and employees.

Part 1: The Employer Guidance is a reference guide to current employment law to assist employers through everyday situations including disciplinary hearings and employee sickness.

Part 2: Template Documents. These are to assist employers to put in place all necessary paperwork to practically deal with any issues that arise.

Part 3: Employee Handbook is a model staff handbook, which contains a number of policies which employers can introduce for their employees, including disciplinary, grievance, sickness, absence, harassment and equal opportunities policies.

For the first year subscription costs £950 + VAT, reducing to £350 + VAT for subsequent years. In the first year new subscribers also receive a free standard contract of employment that can be tailored for the employer's use. The handbook will be regularly updated and subscribers will receive revised sections as appropriate.

Also, to complement the handbook we are able to provide access to competitive insurance services which can provide cover in the event of an employee bringing an Employment Tribunal claim, e.g. unfair dismissal and discrimination. The insurance can cover both the legal fees incurred in defending the claim and also payment of an award.

If you require any further information about the Handbook or any advice regarding contracts of employment or policies, please contact Kelly Pattison on 0114 276 5555 or on kellyp@hlwlaw.co.uk.