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How to Conduct Productive Exit Interviews for Employees

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Exit interviews for employees are an extremely vital and an invaluable tool to increase retention and understand how companies can improve. However, research has shown that fewer than a third of companies follow up on exit interviews with an action. Exit interviews can help employees gain a competitive edge and improve retention by showing employees […]

Bank Holidays in 2021 and Beyond – What Do You Need To Know?

bank holidays in 2021

With many of us on furlough this year, payments for bank holidays in 2021 may have changed from that of years prior. From a business owner’s perspective, there is much you should consider regarding bank holidays during the pandemic. Thus, this article will help clear up any confusion. “A bank holiday is a national public […]

How is IR35 for Self Employed Contractors Problematic?

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Recent reforms that concern IR35 for self employed workers can be problematic for many companies using contractors. Definition: “The rules make sure that workers, who would have been an employee if they were providing their services directly to the client, pay broadly the same Income Tax and National Insurance contributions as employees. These rules are […]

What are the 5 different remote and hybrid working models?

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The current pandemic has changed the working habits of many across the globe. Whether working remote or hybrid working from home, it seems that this is the new normal for many businesses. However, what is the difference between hybrid and remote working?   Hybrid working model definition: “a company has a hybrid work model if it […]

Why Should Employers Review Their Working Policies?

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The recent case of Forstater v CGD has highlighted the importance of reviewing working policies and procedures within companies. In this case, Forstater, claimed discrimination against her beliefs after expressing her beliefs regarding gender identity on social media. This decision would lead to her work contract not being renewed by her employer.  One tweet put […]

Why Should You Join Business Networking Groups in 2021?

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What are Business Networking Groups? The economic shutdowns in the past two years have hit businesses big and small. Evidence shows that joining business networking groups is a key strategy to building business resilience and seizing opportunities that emerge as the economy opens up. Networking is defined as ‘an activity by which entrepreneurs obtain information […]

“The New World of Working and the Importance of Movement”

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Working long hours, especially in office type environments, can take its toll on your body. Movement transformation coach, Patricia Goka knows the effects such conditions can have on back and joint pain as well as other parts of the body. As a Movement Coach, my mission is to help desk-based professionals alleviate pain and build […]

Changes for Furlough Claim Recipients

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The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme that was introduced at the start of the pandemic, will be extended until the 20th September 2021.  Until the 30th of June, money provided through grants for employers will stay the same. What’s changed? From July 1st 2021, employers will be required to contribute towards the cost of workers’ wages. […]

How to Make an Absence Calculation with the Bradford Factor

Bradford factor

What is the Bradford Factor The Bradford factor, also referred to as the Bradford Formula/Bradford Score, helps employers make an absence calculation. This data then helps calculate the estimated impact these absences have on a business.  The tool can calculate any unplanned absences such as: Sickness Doctors and dentist appointments Childcare What is the Calculation? […]

Gary Lineker Accused of 4.9M liability under IR35

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TV personality, Gary Lineker, has had accusations by HM Revenue and Customs of being a disguised employee under IR35. This means he may be liable for £4.9m in tax. IR35 legislation is imposed by the UK government to tackle tax avoidance from any “disguised employee” who provide services through limited companies. The legislation works by […]