Government proposes reintroduction of employment tribunal fees
The latest developments in Employment Law is that the Government have announced a new consultation process in which it is seeking views on its proposal to re-introduce Employment Tribunal fees (including the Employment Appeal Tribunal EAT). Fees were previously in place until a ruling by the Supreme Court in 2017 found that they were unlawful […]
Tools for effective performance management at all levels
Effective performance management is essential for any business. When it is not managed effectively, it can be detrimental to business success, for instance: • There will be lower productivity • Poor customer service • Damage the reputation of the business • Expose the company to legal risk It is vital for any business to have […]
GDPR Risk & Compliance Audit
GDPR risk and compliance audit Conduct a thorough assessment of your organisation’s GDPR risk and compliance with our specialised audit. Our GDPR Risk and Compliance Audit is designed to explore the details of your data protection practices. Our team will evaluate your current GDPR compliance, identify risks, and offer practical guidance to strengthen your data […]
Health & Safety Risk Audit
Health & Safety Risk Audit By conducting this audit, we not only provide strategic insights to enhance your safety practices but also offer tailored advice and signpost you to valuable health and safety tools and resources. Prepare your organisation for any challenges that may arise, and foster a safer and healthier working environment with our […]
Menopause in the workplace – How to support your employees
The menopause can be viewed as a taboo subject, but it should not be. It is not a one-off event taking place over a short period, but a stage of a person’s life that can occur over many years. The aim of this webinar was to promote awareness, talk about how it can impact work […]
Employment Law Essentials for Managers
This 2-part course provides an essential overview of the key areas of employment law, and how it impacts on those everyday work situations. It provides delegates with the knowledge and skills to prevent or approach common workplace issues confidently and in accordance with current employment law. It will help you mitigate the risk of disputes and increase its chance to defend any potential employment tribunal claims effectively.
Managing Grievances and Disciplinary Cases (Inc Investigations)
Disciplinary and grievance procedures aren’t simply a mechanism for imposing sanctions – they are an aid to effective management, enabling you to resolve issues fairly and consistently. This includes the ability to undertake effective and legally compliant investigations. This 2-part course will help managers develop their knowledge and confidence in handling discipline and grievance matters.
Managing Mental Health at Work
Poor mental health affects 1 in 4 people each year. Despite this, only 24% of managers have received training on mental health at work. This leads to issues going undetected with employees not getting the support they need and their overall performance affected. This course will increase your knowledge and confidence to help you open up supportive conversations and address concerns effectively.
Break the taboo and talk about menopause
Menopause in the workplace: How to support your employees, will be held on Tuesday 30th January at 10am. The online seminar will promote awareness, talk about how the menopause can impact work and offer tips and guidance to business owners on how they can support their employees. Victoria Templeton, HR Knowledge Manager and Sue Watson, […]
Insightful results of annual SME Business Survey to be revealed at Your Business Expo
Recession, cost of living, recruitment and bringing in new business are the biggest concerns from business owners, according to the results of our latest SME Business Survey. At the end of last year we launched our fourth annual business survey and will reveal the full results in an insightful seminar at a Northamptonshire business exhibition […]
Case Law Update: Palmer vs AIMS Markets Limited
In the case of Palmer vs AIMS Markets Limited, Mr Palmer applied for a role as a senior HR professional but was unsuccessful following alleged comments from the prospective employer that they wished to recruit ‘fewer white men’. Whilst he was unsuccessful in his discrimination claims, the employment tribunal decided that he did not have […]
Forthcoming changes to the National Minimum Wage and the new National Living Wage age band
This is a reminder for businesses to budget and plan for the forthcoming change to the National Living Wage banding. Currently, the National Living Wage (NLW) applies to workers who are aged 23 and over, but from 1 April 2024 this minimum age will be lowered, so that the NLW will apply to all workers […]
Apprenticeships: A solution to your recruitment challenges
Apprenticeships: A solution to your recruitment challenges Is your organisation struggling to recruit? Are you struggling to find qualified candidates to fill your open positions? Or are you looking for a way to upskill your existing workforce? Did you know there are many benefits to hiring apprenticeships including: Providing your business access to a pool […]
Understanding and addressing Blue Monday in the workplace
Coined in 2004 by a psychologist working for a holiday company, ‘Blue Monday’ rolls around every year on the third Monday in January and is often dubbed ‘the most depressing day of the year.’ Initially created as part of a marketing campaign, the concept aimed to encourage booking holidays by capitalising on post-holiday blues, financial […]
Level 2 Health & Safety
Limited to 10 places. Course fee will include all refreshments, manual, exam fee and certificate.
Accredited by SafeCert. This course is essential for all Business owners and the Competent Person. It is also advised for operational staff. This qualification lasts for three years. You will learn how to manage the Health and Safety of the business, identify hazards and keep staff, members and visitors safe.
The Paternity Leave (Amendment) Regulations 2024
Proposals were announced today (12 January 2024), that would see changes to the laws around time off for paternity leave, which if go ahead are expected to come into force from April 2024. Current Paternity Leave Entitlements Statutory paternity leave is an entitlement that provides eligible employees with up to two weeks of paid time […]
Increase to fines for employing illegal workers
Mid last year, the Government passed draft legislation that will increase financial penalties for businesses that are found to be employing illegal workers. Under the draft ‘Immigration (Employment of Adults Subject to Immigration Control) (Maximum Penalty) (Amendment) Order 2023’, it sets out that the fine will increase from £15,000 to £45,000 for the first breach. […]
Extended protection from redundancy – Maternity Leave, Adoption Leave and Shared Parental Leave (Amendment) Regulations 2024
Currently, individuals on maternity leave, adoption leave, or shared parental leave should be given first refusal of any suitable alternative employment available if they have been put at risk of redundancy. New laws will extend this protection. The legislation is in draft form and subject to change, however key features are as follows: The protection […]
Flexible Working (Amendment) Regulations 2023
A statutory instrument was introduced in December which confirms that the right to request flexible working will become a day one right for employees, with effect from 6 April 2024. Currently employees the requisite length of service is 26 weeks. Consequently, any request submitted on or after this date will be governed by the new […]
Carers Leave Act 2023 and the new Regulations
New Regulations brought the Carers Leave Act 2023 into force at the beginning of December, however further Regulations are required to set out further detail of this right for employees and how employers should manage it. These are currently in draft, however it has been confirmed that they will come into force on 6 April […]