9 QUESTIONS ON NEW UK RIGHT TO WORK CHECKS
From 1 July 2021, new Right to Work checks must take place for businesses in the UK. The departure of the UK from the European Union and the ending of the free movement of people has led to significant changes to how we recruit in the UK. This article looks at these changes and reviews […]
HR Solutions Celebrates 20th Anniversary
HR Solutions is delighted to celebrate its 20th anniversary this month. When HR Solutions was first launched by Carol Ann Guilford in June 2001, outsourcing a firm’s human resources needs was a new concept. Since then, the company has continued to pave the way for outsourced HR by supporting SMEs with a full service offering […]
BrewDog boss apologises after toxic workplace accusations
Scottish craft beer company BrewDog has had to apologise to former employees after they accused the firm, including one of its co-founders, of fostering a toxic workplace culture. In a letter posted on Twitter, 61 former employees and a further 45 who didn’t wish to identify themselves accused BrewDog of encouraging a “culture of fear” […]
Right to work checks and key recruitment changes in June
Update on the COVID-19 emergency right to work checks In March 2020, the UK Government introduced emergency legislation on how to deal with right to work checks during the pandemic. We reported last month that these checks would be extended until 20 June 2021 given the continuation of lockdown measures for many businesses. It has now been […]
How serious allegations can be handled safely
Serious allegations in the workplace can arise at any time; whether it is claims of bullying, serious breaches of health and safety rules or a breach in trust and confidence. The ramifications are significant – how do you manage the employment relationship when it arises? What processes do you use and how to address it? […]
Mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for care home staff
The Government has announced that it is mandating Covid-19 vaccinations for care home staff. Back in April, the Government announced a consultation process in which to seek views on the proposal of mandating care home staff to have the COVID-19 vaccination. It included its scope and any potential impact on staffing and safety. The Health […]
Less than 30 days left to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme
The following guidance is the latest information from the Home Office on the EU Settlement Scheme as published by the UK Government. All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, (OGL) except where otherwise stated. 30 June 2021 deadline for applications From, Tuesday 1 June, there are only 30 days left until the […]
How serious allegations can be handled safely
Serious allegations in the workplace can arise at any time; whether it is claims of bullying, serious breaches of health and safety rules or a breach in trust and confidence. The ramifications are significant – how do you manage the employment relationship when it arises? What processes do you use and how to address it? […]
Why you need to train all staff in diversity and inclusion!
If you have an Equal Opportunities policy and provide some training to staff, then you may think that you are protected against any discrimination claims, but are you? This webinar highlights some interesting case law and the importance of effective training. In this session we explore why having a diversity or equal opportunities policy is […]
Is Covid-19 a serious and imminent danger for the purpose of the Employment Rights Act?
Coronavirus related employment claims can include breach of contract and discrimination in respect of Furlough, both in terms of the selection and process in managing the scheme and unfair dismissal claims in respect of redundancy selection and failure to consult. Some health and safety claims can also be lodged at an employment tribunal, such as […]
Remote workforce wants hybrid working, not an end to the office
As lockdown ends or at least eases for many UK firms, research has found that businesses will have to start focusing their attention beyond simply surviving, as employees want a mix of remote and office-based working post-COVID-19. The Coronavirus forced UK companies to quickly adapt to remote working. But now as employers are faced with […]
Coronavirus Tribunal Claim: dismissal for refusing to wear a face mask
The UK is now starting to see claims at employment tribunal connected to employment disputes arising out of the pandemic. Coronavirus related employment claims can include breach of contract and discrimination in respect of Furlough, both in terms of the selection and process in managing the scheme and unfair dismissal claims in respect of redundancy […]
Business Support – Team and Culture
Business Support – Team and Culture (IAP 7/7) This webinar is the seventh and last of our free Business Support series in partnership with Nordens Chartered Accountants. Over the series, Joe Sword, Head of Strategic Planning at Nordens, guides you through ‘7 Key Successes’ which are: 1. Vision and Goals, 2. Sales and Marketing, 3. Mindset, […]
How to Deal With Bullying and Harassment
Bullying and harassment continues to be a topic which employers can always learn from as part of a continuous aim to protect employees from harm and to promote dignity at work. It was recently announced that Buckingham palace has a high-profile employment issue with the leak of allegations that the Duchess of Sussex may have […]
Business Support – Profitability
Business Support – Profitability (IAP 6/7) This webinar is the sixth of seven of our free Business Support series in partnership with Nordens Chartered Accountants. Over the series, Joe Sword, Head of Strategic Planning at Nordens, guides you through ‘7 Key Successes’ which are: 1. Vision and Goals, 2. Sales and Marketing, 3. Mindset, 4. Cashflow, […]
The Era of Belonging and Paying Attention to How Employees Feel
Is paying attention to how employees feel important? It is if a leader wants to retain existing talent, create a truly inclusive environment, or build sustained high performance. Belonging has been proven to deliver material results and is highly correlated with employee engagement and wellbeing. What exactly is belonging? A sense of belonging means an […]
Coronavirus – Returning to Work After Lockdown
The Government has published its roadmap on how it sees the UK lifting the restrictions that have become familiar to us for so many months. In this webinar recording, Victoria Templeton, HR Knowledge Manager, and Dom Greenwood, Senior Health & Safety Manager, focus on what you can do from a health and safety perspective to […]
Why Equality & Inclusion Training is Essential for Your Team
A recent case at the Employment Appeals Tribunal has demonstrated how essential it is for businesses to have clear and thorough employment policies as well as regular and meaningful training on equality, inclusion and diversity. The Case The claimant, Mr Gehlen, who is of Indian origin, was employed by Allay (UK) Ltd in October 2016 […]
Business Support – Systems and Processes
Business Support – Systems and Processes (IAP 5/7) This webinar is the fifth of seven of our free Business Support series in partnership with Nordens Chartered Accountants. Over the series, Joe Sword, Head of Strategic Planning at Nordens, guides you through ‘7 Key Successes’ which are: 1. Vision and Goals, 2. Sales and Marketing, 3. Mindset, […]
Safe System of Work Could Have Prevented Accident
A mattress manufacturer was fined after an employee was dragged into machine and suffered multiple injuries. This article shows how accidents can happen if machines are not checked properly and the correct safety control measures are not evident. It also shows how easy it is to access moving parts of machines. Where there is a […]
