In this article by Nathan Luke of Stacks Law Firm, we are reminded of the things we can and cannot ask during an interview with a potential candidate. Whilst some of the questions are obviously in the “don’t ask” basket, this piece points to some interesting things you can probe about.
In regards to mental health in the workplace, Nathan Luke advises that “employers would be wise to get legal advice to be sure they are complying with the law, as penalties can be severe.” He highlights that “employers have legal obligations to avoid discrimination.”
Nathan Luke reminds us that “if you have certain expectations of your employees regarding appearance, you should have a clear, written policy setting out the relevant rules. This policy should be clearly articulated to employees before they accept the job.” Read more here.