Attendance bonuses: the positives and the pitfalls
Are you considering introducing attendance bonuses? The rationale behind incentives and bonuses is clear enough. It is a sound one. Any scheme introduced by an employer to motivate staff and encourage them to perform at a higher rate is a good thing. In theory, yes, but in practice, certain bonuses can lead the employer into […]
Recruitment tips – raise your game
Is it time to revisit your common approach to recruitment? In this article we look at some commonly used approaches, but with a fresh look for a fresh year ahead. Progression planning Progression planning is a common HR strategy used to safeguard an organisation against staff shortages. Particularly for senior positions where a level understanding […]
The 4 Types of Discrimination
HR Solutions Webinar: The 4 Types of DiscriminationWhat every employer needs to know The word ‘discrimination’ is often used on a day to day basis to describe being treated unfairly for a particular reason. But unlawful discrimination happens when less favourable or unfair treatment relates to specific characteristics, known legally as ‘protected characteristics’. The UK have nine protected […]
EU settlement status scheme
Overview: subject to Brexit negotiations When the UK leaves the EU, free movement will be allowed to continue under a blanket period, running from exit date for approximately two years. This transitional period will go ahead regardless of whether or not the UK leaves with a deal, but the precise dates are subject to the […]
Landmark Case: Working Time Regulations
Employers may be required to record hours worked each day for each worker: Federación de Servicios de Comisiones Obreras (CCOO) v Deutsche Bank SAE This is a landmark case which found that employers must measure the actual number of hours worked each day by each worker (for the avoidance of doubt, this includes employees). It forces […]
The Future for Workers – Status and Rights
HR Solutions Webinar: The Future for Workers (Status and Rights) Employment status is renowned for being tricky to navigate. Did you know that all employees are workers, but not all workers are employees? It is important for employers to distinguish the two correctly from the outset, as the statutory rights attached to each are different and […]
Social media gaffes in the workplace
Sometimes a flippant remark or blunder can have far-reaching consequences as well as cause embarrassment and offence. There has been widespread media speculation over the recent case of Danny Baker, a BBC broadcaster, who was fired for a ‘chimp’ tweet about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s new baby. He had posted an image on […]
Right to Work Checks and EU Nationals
UK employers have a responsibility to prevent illegal working, and in order to do so, they should conduct right to work checks before employing someone. Preventing illegal working helps to deter tax evasion, malpractices with the National Minimum Wage and exploitative working conditions, including modern slavery. Guidance from the Home Office states that by conducting […]
Interesting HR Statistics: Pay and Benefits
Gender Pay Gap The Royal Statistical Society has made 10 gender pay gap recommendations to improve the current reporting system, which it considers to be flawed in a number of ways. For example, many of the first round of reports contained figures that were self-evidently wrong, such as one employer who stated that the gender pay gap […]
Brexit HR and Employment Law – Where are We Now?
HR Solutions Webinar: Brexit HR and Employment Law – Where Are We Now? Webinar Recording April 2019 Let’s take the time to pause and to reflect on the Brexit developments post 28th March 2019, which was the expected date of Brexit. We won’t be scaremongering, in this webinar, but we will take a pragmatic review of […]
The Menopause and Age Discrimination
Employers and employees alike may find the menopause a difficult topic to discuss as it is, of course, a sensitive and personal matter. Menopause and women in work The menopause is part of the natural ageing process for women, usually in their late 40s or 50s, and it can have a significant impact on women in […]
Age Discrimination: Ensuring Fairness and Inclusivity
According to Acas, age discrimination is one of the most common forms of unfair treatment in the workplace. Treating someone unfairly at work because of their age is against the law, apart from in some very limited circumstances. The common areas where age discrimination is most likely to occur are: recruitment, training, promotion, pay and […]
Small Business of the Year Award
HR Solutions are proud to be sponsors of the Small Business of the Year category, of the Northamptonshire Chamber Business Awards, for the second year in a row. CEO, Greg Guilford says, “HR Solutions are honoured to be in the company of Northamptonshire Chamber award finalists that represent the strength of small to medium size […]
Brexit for Employers: Practical HR Strategies
What are your Brexit hopes and fears? Get essential and practical HR strategies to help safeguard your business against challenging times. Join us for an interactive workshop in London or Kettering where we will consider the impact of Brexit on small to medium-sized enterprises (SME’s) and provide guidance on how HR can manage the issues […]
Acas Guidance on Age Discrimination
HR Solutions Webinar: New! Acas Guidance on Age Discrimination Join us for this HR webinar, which you can watch on demand, as we introduce you to the new Acas guide on ‘Age Discrimination: Key Points for the Workplace’ and discuss the key areas that employers should be aware of. Research conducted by Centre for Ageing Better has found […]
Payslips
Further to the Matthew Taylor review of Employment Practices in the Modern Economy, which identified the need for greater clarification and increased protections for workers, it has been confirmed that two key changes to the Employment Rights Act 1996 will be in effect from 6th April 2019. Pay that varies according to hours worked Employers […]
A Strategic Partnership Providing HR and Legal Expertise
HR Solutions and Wilson Browne Solicitors are pleased to announce their strategic business partnership that offers a complete solution for businesses, providing them with HR and legal expertise, transparent costs and great client service. HR Solutions offers additional HR support to Wilson Browne’s clients to support their employment law services. Wilson Browne Solicitors offer commercial law expertise […]
Parental Bereavement (Leave and Pay) Act
The death of a child is one of the worst experiences a person could go through. Most employers are compassionate and flexible at such a devastating time, but sadly this is not always the case. In other situations, some employers are simply unsure of what they should, or can, offer to support their employee. Currently, […]
Pension Auto Enrolment Issues
HR Solutions Webinar: Pension Auto Enrolment Issues Join HR Solutions, and our special guest speaker from Anstee & Co Financial Designers, for this free webinar where we discuss Pension Auto Enrolment issues including: • Reminding you of your responsibilities • The compliances issues • The penalties of non-compliance • Re-enrolment • Master Trusts There are a few […]
Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay
HR Solutions Webinar: Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay Presently, February 2019, mourning the recent loss of a child does not in itself mean that an employer is automatically obligated to permit the parent to have authorised absence from work. This may seem surprising to some, but it is in line with the fact that there is […]