An employee going on Garden Leave after tomorrow has asked to stay in the office until 8pm. We're in the UK and have already asked for their equipment and pass back tomorrow. We have some concerns about their mental health and, as it's after hours, we're also mindful of health & safety. Any advice?

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After-hours access depends on the purpose. If the employee is staying late to prepare work files and materials for transition before handing in their equipment, that seems like a good thing to me. I'd be disinclined to refuse access based on "mental health concerns" unless there's already a record of issues. Btw, I'm not saying you're not picking up a vibe, but it might just be the sad feelings around being laid off.

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