Hiring someone new is always a risk. Even with a strong CV and a great interview, sometimes your instincts start warning you early on, often within the first few weeks. That’s exactly why probation periods exist. But managing probation fairly while protecting your small business can feel daunting. The good news is that with a […]
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December always has its own energy in small businesses and I think this month’s newsletter catches that mix quite well. It’s the time of year where everything feels both wrapped up and slightly on the edge. People are tired, some are stressed, and managers are trying to keep things steady while also planning for January. […]
Political and social debates will continue to shape conversations as we move into 2026. Because of this, these discussions are appearing more frequently in the workplace. As a result, many small businesses are now dealing with tension they never experienced before. However, with the right approach, you can protect your culture while still treating everyone […]
Articles, How To, HR, Uncategorized, Wellbeing, Workplace
How To Combat Age Discrimination In The Workplace
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Mar
Mar
Age discrimination is an issue that affects both employees and employers. Despite the fact that there are laws in place to prevent age discrimination in the workplace, it still occurs, leaving many older workers feeling undervalued and underappreciated. As the workforce continues to age, employers must recognize the importance of retaining older workers who have […]
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Aug
Aug
A 4-day work week comes only on a bank holiday a few times a year, but the future could look slightly different. Over the next six months, more than 3,300 workers at 70 UK companies will be working four days a week with no loss of pay. The trial promises full payment to all its […]
06
Jun
Jun
Advice has been given to employers to conduct risk assessments after the rising number of Monkeypox cases in the UK. Symptoms of monkeypox can include headache, muscle aches, fever and exhaustion, followed by a rash commonly found on hands, arms, feet and legs. There have been 172 confirmed monkeypox cases in the UK, including 4 […]
Employment law, How To, Policies and procedures, Remote working, Uncategorized, Workplace
Can Employees work abroad for the same company?
27
May
May
Since the pandemic, more and more workers want to stay working from home, and some may also have plans to relocate. Whether that be to different parts of the UK or moving to another country altogether. This leads to the question everyone wants to know, can employees work abroad for the same company? The first […]
Employment law, How To, HR documentation, Policies and procedures, Uncategorized
Investigation into employee misconduct
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Apr
Apr
The metropolitan police department has started to issue fines to people who attended parties at Downing Street during lockdown, which has now been known as ‘partygate’. Sue Gray’s full report on her independent investigation into the events. The way to conduct internal investigations have been raised and they can play an important part in finding […]
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Dec
Dec
In this article, you will learn about the changes in providing proof of sickness and the process of obtaining a fit note. It will explain how to obtain a fit note letter from their doctor and show it to you. A fit note is a letter from the doctor or medical professional to advise their […]
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Nov
Nov
Days before the national budget, the Government announced a living wage UK increase. The Low Pay Commission recommended these rises to meet the goal of having minimum wage earnings at two thirds of median earnings by 2024. informed by recommendations form The Low Pay Commission, the Government will increase the living wage to £9.50, up […]