The rising threat of Employment Tribunal claims | What new quarterly statistics tell us
If you’re concerned about the significant spike in Employment Tribunal claims in recent years, it’s not time to breathe out just yet, as quarterly statistics
Avoiding safety slip-ups at the work Christmas party
BLOG Written on 4 November 2022 It’s that time of year again, when workplaces everywhere gather their staff together to enjoy the festivities and celebrate
Why a focus on behavioural safety may prove more effective than physical controls
In the workplace, unsafe behaviour is responsible for a huge percentage of accidents, approximately 90%. Every year, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) produces work-related
All rewards and no repercussions | Is favouritism at work illegal?
BLOG As humans, we will naturally warm to some people more than others. However, in the workplace, preferential treatment can create real issues. It’s quite
Pushed out the door? | What employers need to know about constructive dismissal
Blog Not all dismissals involve an employer giving an employee their marching orders. In some cases, an act or acts committed by the employer creates
Rain, ice and snow | Practical tips for keeping staff safe during wintry weather
Slips, trips and falls account for almost a third of workplace injuries and, when cold winter temperatures plummet, the risk of these incidents soars. Even
Musculoskeletal disorders | What are they and how can employers prevent them?
Work-related health statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reveal that musculoskeletal disorders are the second highest cause of ill health in Great Britain.
Agile HR | How HR teams can become more efficient in 2021
Blog If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that there no longer exists a silver bullet when it comes to implementing processes and strategies in
Freedom of expression | Does dismissal over personal blog posts violate employees’ rights?
BLOG Employees with their own insight, ideas and thought-leading industry knowledge can be a real asset to your business. However, not all employers are happy
Government confirms how to calculate holiday pay for workers with no set hours
In August 2019, employers were left scratching their heads after the Court of Appeal (CoA) ruled that they are no longer permitted to pro-rate holiday
TUPE transfer revelation | Do the regulations apply to workers as well as employees?
BLOG With ‘employment’ literally in the title, it has long been understood that the TUPE regulations exist to protect employees when a company changes hands. However, in
Dicing with disaster | Why near misses shouldn’t be overlooked
When you think of workplace safety, you probably think about accidents, injuries and fatalities. However, reporting and investigating near misses can be just as important
