In this blog, we’ll explore the reasons behind the death of the Christmas party, because according to People Management more than half of employees didn’t attend their Christmas party in 2023, and what this shift might mean for workplace culture.

This blog is a guide to the key questions you should consider when faced with employees returning to work after maternity leave.

This blog is a guide to banter at work. Understand how to recognise the boundaries of fun in the work place and when they cross over to inappropriate and harmful behaviour. The risks associated with banter at work, the legal implications for employers, and best practices for managing banter effectively.

This blog is a guide to the key questions you should consider when faced with this challenge in your organisation.

This blog is a guide to the key questions you should consider when faced with an employee with mental health issues in your organisation.

This blog is a guide to the key questions you should consider when faced with this challenge in your organisation.

The Employment Rights Bill packs 28 imposing employment law reforms into its 158 pages.

Managing employee absence is not a legal requirement. However, an effective absence management framework will support the health needs of your people. Whilst providing clear and consistent guidance to avoid unauthorised absence or inappropriate use of sick pay schemes.

The HR Hero Guide to Keeping Your Top Talent in 2025 and Beyond Retaining top talent is crucial for the long-term success of any organisation. High employee turnover can lead to decreased productivity, increased hiring and training costs and a negative impact on company culture and productivity. This blog provides you as an employer, manager or HR professional with effective strategies to help you retain your best employees, boost morale and maintain a thriving workplace for

October marks Menopause Awareness Month , an important opportunity to shed light on the experiences and challenges of those going through...

You knew managing people would have its challenges, but dealing with conflict and difficult conversations probably wasn't what you signed...

August marks “Work and Family Balance Month” but being a family-friendly employer is not just a trend; it's a conscious effort to create...

This blog dives into the UK's rules and regulations for hot working conditions, employees' rights, and legal obligations of employers.

I want to tell you two stories about carrying out formal performance appraisal, review or supervision in two different types of...

Is mental health a valid excuse to miss work? Find out the answer, and how to support your staff with mental health and wellbeing at work.

In a significant development for the UK labour market, the government has introduced new flexible working legislation from April 6th 2024.

This year is a busy one for employment legislation. In addition to the usual annual increases to statutory rates, there are a number of imp

Compassion is an essential leadership trait, but genuine, successful leadership requires so much more than just compassion and experience.

You’ve just hired a new employee. They seem great on paper and in the interview, but how do you really know if they’re the right fit for...

Recruiting the right people is crucial for success, but it can also be a tricky process. So, where do you start?