Managing employees suspected or convicted of criminal offences
BLOG Written by Susie Lockheart on 20 March 2024 For employers, navigating the delicate balance between an employee’s personal life and their professional responsibilities can
Avoiding discrimination | The impact of a rising State Pension age on PHI schemes
BLOG Written by Lesley Rennie on 28 February 2024 The existing State Pension age in the UK stands at 66 for both men and women,
Exploring recruitment trends in 2024 | What’s changing in the hiring landscape?
BLOG Written by Danielle Fargnoli on 27 February 2024 2024 is well underway and the world of recruitment is evolving at a rapid pace, driven
Flexible working | Acas survey reveals homeworking continues to rise ahead of April changes
BLOG Written by Gerard O’Hare on 22 February 2024 When the pandemic hit, homeworking was seen as a temporary solution. Four years on, it appears
Future-proofing independent schools | Increased TPS costs and changing teachers’ contracts
BLOG Written by Jane Hallas on 13 February 2024 2024 is now well underway, and the independent school sector is facing real challenges. One of
Supporting employees during Ramadan
BLOG Written on 12 February 2024 Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting,
Reforms to holiday rights | 7 important updates for schools
BLOG Written by Jane Hallas on 30 January 2024 Calculating holiday pay has been a notoriously tricky task. However, new Regulations (which make various changes
Crafting compelling and inclusive job adverts | 5 top tips
BLOG Written by Danielle Fargnoli on 25 January 2024 Diversity and inclusion are crucial components of a thriving and successful organisation. Having a diverse workforce
Workplace stress | Why employers should put mental health front and centre in 2024
BLOG Written by Susan Doran on 24 January 2024 Recent figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reveal that stress, depression and anxiety account
WorkNest survey unearths mounting delays in disciplinary processes – with most cases now taking 1 month or more to complete
BLOG Written on 23 January 2023 Every organisation has a set of rules, guidelines, and standards that employees are expected to adhere to. When employees
Workplace transport risk assessments | 7 tips for separating vehicles and pedestrians
BLOG Written on 22 January 2024 The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)’s recent prosecution of Sunrise Poultry Farms serves as a stark reminder of the
Noise at work | The SHOUT test!
BLOG Written on 22 January 2024 An estimated 20% of workers in Great Britain are believed to be exposed to high levels of noise as
