Written by SAM DOW
It’s Valentine’s Day and it’s official; office romance is alive and well. We spend around a third of our time with our colleagues at work – often socialising out of hours too, so it should come as no surprise to hear that one in five people meet their partner at work. Regardless of the industry,… Read More
Written by NICOLA GATER
Brexit is fast approaching and in this current phase of uncertainty about what exactly is going to happen moving forward, we’re aware that it can be a confusing time for employers and particularly unsettling for European nationals. Learn how you can support EU nationals that are a part of your workforce. We have partnered up… Read More
Written by SALLY-ANN HALL-JONES
With the temperature dropping and the impending warnings of snow on its way, we thought we’d take a moment to explain your responsibility as an employer when it comes to managing the temperature of the working environment and the expectations around adverse weather conditions. Temperature in the workplace – the facts A reasonable working… Read More
Written by KATE SCOTT
January 21 may be officially the most depressing day of the year, but ensuring your employees enjoy a good work-life balance will not only help them banish the blues – it will also enable them to face the year ahead feeling positive and motivated. The worry of unpaid Christmas bills and the depression that comes… Read More
Written by HEIDI WADSWORTH
Equality and fairness in the workplace has never been higher on the HR agenda. Tougher legislation, a general culture shift and high-profile media cases have ensured these issues are now firmly in the spotlight. But, despite significant strides being made, how far have we really come as we mark Human Rights Day this December? The… Read More
Written by NICOLA GATER
A diverse and inclusive workplace – two things that are now widely recognised as key drivers for business success. But, despite seven million people in Britain of working age having a disability or health condition, it’s fair to say that people with disabilities are underrepresented in the workplace. Are employers potentially missing out on skills… Read More
Written by KATHRYN HATHAWAY
Ahead of National Carers Rights Day, read our guidance on the ways you can best support employees with caring responsibilities whilst also considering the impact to your business. I believe by offering support and flexibility to your staff and encouraging them to have a balance between their work and caring responsibilities it will help them feel… Read More
Written by DONNA BONFIELD
Christmas is fast approaching and no doubt the plans for the work Christmas do are in full swing. No one wants to be the Grinch and ruin the frivolities for all but someone will need to consider the impact that free flowing alcohol and fresh sprigs of mistletoe might have on your workforce. There are… Read More
2019 is fast approaching which no doubt means you are considering pay reviews and with that raises the question – have you thought about salary benchmarking? The way you pay, including how much and why, matters to your current and potential employees. Undertaking salary benchmarking will give you impartial and accurate pay information to help… Read More
Written by SAM DOW
Mental health, stress and wellbeing are all words that we are hearing more frequently and they are finally beginning to receive the recognition that they deserve. For an employer, it can be daunting to know how to recognise and manage an employee who is suffering with work-related stress – be reassured; we’re here to guide… Read More
