Not every HR issue will turn into a legal problem. But it’s worth knowing which ones might so that you can handle them well from the start. Here are 3 things you should fix before they become a legal problem: 1: Underperformance that’s been dragging on...
The Employment Rights Bill is expected to introduce changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) in the coming months. As a business owner, understanding these changes now will help you to adapt smoothly when they come into effect. Let’s look at what’s changing and...
The legal requirements of employing parents Did you know that 76.7% of mothers and 91.8% of fathers in the UK are currently employed? Parents make up a huge chunk of our workforce and that’s why, as a business owner, you need to understand the legal requirements...
Employee turnover is expensive… Losing a key team member doesn’t just mean recruitment costs – it disrupts your business and inevitably slows down growth. So, is there a way for you to predict who will quit before they do? Allowing you to take preventative...
Are your employees constantly making snarky comments, gossiping about one another and pushing the boundaries of banter? These are all telltale signs of a toxic working environment. To us HR consultants, this is a HUGE red flag. Why should you care about workplace...
What are protected characteristics? Under the Equality Act 2010, treating someone unfairly at work in the UK because of the following protected characteristics is unlawful… • Age• Disability• Race• Gender reassignment• Marriage/civil partnership• Religion or...
