News and Blogs
Employee Appreciation
As the year draws to a close, you may be considering ways to celebrate and acknowledge employees' hard work and contributions throughout the year. Employee recognition plays a crucial role in boosting morale and fostering a positive company culture.
New Protections from Sexual Harassment
Preventing sexual harassment in the workplace is now a legal obligation for employers, are you ready for this change?
World Menopause Day
In honour of World Menopause Day, we’ve shared our top tips on making the workplace a more supportive environment to those suffering from menopause symptoms and what help you could offer.
Tipping and The Law
A new law has been introduced - the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act. This law entitles employees to 100% of tips, and will also allow them to potentially claim compensation should a tribunal deem your business in breach of the law. Here's what you need to know.
National Working Parents Day
The lack of support for working parents is one of the biggest causes of talent loss for companies, with 250,000 mothers having to leave employment altogether! What can be done to support parents and keep them in the world of work?
Recruitment Tips
As we approach the final quarter of the year, your business may be re-evaluating your team and taking a look at what remains of your recruitment budget. If you’re looking to add a few new faces to your business, here are some things you should be conscious of during the recruitment process.
Post-Summer Productivity
It's normal to feel a little overwhelmed or perhaps unproductive following the Summer holidays, but allowing these feelings to fester can cause significant damage to a team's output. Here's a few tips to reduce this.
The King’s Speech: What Does it Mean for Employers?
The King’s Speech which took place earlier in the week established the formation of our new government and outlined the goals and priorities of the Labour Party, with workers rights at the forefront. So what changes can we expect to see in the coming months?
Stress-Free Summer!
The most relaxing time of year can easily become anything but that when those holiday requests all come flooding in at the same time. Luckily, there are a few things you can do for your company to keep things running smoothly this summer.
National Carers Week 2024
40% of carers have had to give up working to make time for caring and 20% had to reduce the number of hours they worked per week. These are troubling statistics, but how do we keep these figures down?
Managing Absence - free checklist!
It's not easy managing situations where people on your team are absent from your team due to sickness or injury. It can be very disruptive and time consuming to manage frequent short term or periods of long term sickness absence.
Reasonable Adjustments
Did you know that mental health can be classed as a disability under the Equality Act? If an employee's condition meets the criteria, the employer has a duty to make reasonable adjustments to aid them. But what does this actually mean?
“Sick Note Culture”
On April 19th, the Prime Minister announced that he plans to crack down on what he referred to as “sick note culture” - this means there may be more responsibilities for employers to uphold the wellness of their staff, keeping them in the workplace. Here’s some tips on how you might approach managing this.
Why use an HR Consultancy Service?
With employment regulations constantly evolving and the potential people issues businesses may face being near infinite, sometimes the thought of dealing with your own company’s HR seems like a monumental task. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness month, and the theme this year is “Little by Little, a Little Becomes A Lot.” - I’m sure we’re all very aware of stress itself, but are you aware of the little ways you can help your team manage it?
Neurodiversity in the Workplace
It is estimated that 20% of the country are neurodivergent, but only 37% of employees feel as if their company supports their condition. In honour of Neurodiversity Celebration week, here are our top tips to support your neurodivergent employees and how to embrace their differences.
Changes to Employment Law in 2024
There are a number of significant legal changes coming to the world of work this April. Stay informed and make sure your business’ policies are in line with the new laws and legislations with this helpful guide.
Embracing Furry Companions at Work: The Debate Over Pet-Friendly Workplaces
Embracing pet-friendly workplaces on National Love Your Pet Day: Advocates argue it supports employee well-being, reduces stress, and encourages a positive work environment, while sceptics raise concerns about potential distractions and hygiene issues.
Managing the workplace impact of bad weather
Do you have an adverse weather plan for this winter? The rest of the country may come to a halt due to snowy conditions, but your business doesn’t have to.
Menopause Awareness Month: Empower Your Workforce
It’s Menopause Awareness Month - a unique opportunity to shine a spotlight on a topic that affects a significant portion of the workforce. Find out how you can educate and support your workforce on this important topic.