Can clinically extremely vulnerable people go to work during lockdown? | The latest
BLOG The advice regarding those most at risk from coronavirus (COVID-19) has changed a number of times since March 2020, leading to some confusion around
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BLOG Despite vaccine optimism, the nation was plunged back into lockdown not long after welcoming in the New Year, and the UK public are being
10 practical ways to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing during COVID-19
BLOG Coronavirus has taken a significant toll on people’s wellbeing. It seems that each week, new statistics are emerging that highlight the extent of the
7 workplace safety tips for 2021
Blog 7 workplace safety tips January 2020 began with a sense of optimism. Unfortunately, coronavirus soon cast a shadow over the new decade’s start. Firms
Poaching employees | Can competitors steal your staff?
Blog In the fiercely competitive landscape of talent acquisition, the prospect of other businesses poaching your employees is a real concern. This blog delves into
COVID-19 | Can we force employees to get the vaccine?
BLOG On 2 December 2020, the UK became the world’s first country to approve the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. Less than one week later, the first jab
Health and safety in Education | 5 high fines from 2020 and focuses for 2021
BLOG In 2020, COVID-19 was the obvious focus of schools’ health and safety efforts. However, while the impact of the pandemic on education is ongoing
Amended legislation means applicants no longer need to disclose cautions or multiple convictions
BLOG Amended legislation that came into force on 28 November 2020 has narrowed the ‘relevant matters’ that must be disclosed to employers in regard to
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Health and safety management systems | Employer FAQ
Blog From policies and training to risk assessment, safe systems of work and safety culture, there are many interrelated components to effective health and safety management. For
The return of shielding | Can clinically extremely vulnerable people go to work?
BLOG England has now emerged from lockdown and re-entered a system of tiered restrictions. To coincide with this change, the government has published updated shielding
Year in review | 12 employment law updates you might have missed in 2020
BLOG For employers and HR professionals, 2020 has been a year like no other. Not only have standard HR processes such as performance management been