Changes to tipping laws | What employers need to know
BLOG Written Toyah Marshall on 9 September 2024 About 7% of UK workers receive tips as part of their work. Many hospitality workers rely on
6 ways Labour’s proposed reforms will impact schools
BLOG Written by Jane Hallas on 9 September 2024 As the new Labour government continues to advance its legislative agenda, educational institutions must be prepared
Right to disconnect | Could the UK be next?
BLOG Written by Gerard O’Hare on 5 September 2024 In 2024, the boundaries between work and personal life are becoming increasingly blurred. The rise of
Gas Safety Week 2024 | Hazards, the law and best practice for employers
BLOG Written on 2 September 2024 Gas-related hazards can lead to severe consequences, including fires, explosions, carbon monoxide poisoning, and significant financial losses. Implementing robust
New Code of Conduct for Directors | A commitment towards ethical leadership
BLOG Written on 29 August 2024 In June, the Institute of Directors (IoD) launched a public consultation on a proposed voluntary Code of Conduct for
Sexual harassment in the workplace | 3 significant cases from 2024
BLOG Written on 16 August 2024 Managing sexual harassment in the workplace is crucial for maintaining a respectful and safe environment. Failure to address harassment
UK riots 2024 | Guidance on keeping staff and premises safe
BLOG Written on 7 August 2024 Following the tragic killing of three young girls in Southport on 29 July, anti-immigrant and far-right unrest has erupted
UK riots 2024 | Can you dismiss employees for conduct outside of work?
BLOG Written on 7 August 2024 Employees are entitled to their private lives but, on occasion, their conduct outside of work can have a direct
UK riots 2024 | Managing workplace closures and addressing staff safety concerns
BLOG Written on 7 August 2024 With violent protests breaking out across the UK, many workers are “fearing for their safety” as rioters turn to
How the new Labour government could shape workplace health and safety
BLOG Written on 2 August 2024 In the King’s Speech on 17 July, the UK’s new Labour government outlined 40 Bills that it intends to
CVs versus application forms | What’s best for modern recruitment?
BLOG Written by Danielle Fargnoli on 29 July 2024 Organisations are constantly seeking the most effective methods to identify and hire high quality candidates within
5 times schools were prosecuted for health and safety failings in 2023/24
BLOG Written on 22 July 2024 In recent years, the importance of stringent health and safety measures in educational institutions has become increasingly apparent. Over
