Working with Trade Unions
When we think of trade unions, maybe the first thing that comes to mind is industrial conflict: probably because these are the situations that make good newspaper headlines! But trade unions have been around for a very long time, dating back to the period where there was no welfare state: people joined them for protection […]
Protecting your employees from harassment
Join us in this webinar as we discuss the new obligations around Harassment at work and what they mean for employers.
Employment Law Changes Affecting Business Transfers
In this webinar, we explore the changes to TUPE laws that are coming into force this summer, and those that are on the horizon.
General Election and Employment: The Labour Party Employment and Business Manifesto
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the fourth party to do so, is the Labour Party. So, what do we know about what the employment landscape would look like under a Labour Government? Here are the key points Introduce basic rights from day one of employment regarding parental leave, statutory sick pay and protection […]
Managing work related functions and events
In this webinar, we guided you through how to organise an event and minimise the risk to your business whilst still allowing you to reward your employees and for them to enjoy themselves.
Understanding risks when managing your people
In this webinar, we discuss how businesses can effectively manage risks by using HR strategies to protect the business from the risk of tribunal claims.
The Employment Landscape Post the General Election
Regardless of the result of the General Election, we consider the impact on the employment landscape and what it will mean for business owners and HR practitioners.
General Election and Employment: The Green Party Employment and Business Manifesto
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the third party to do so are the Green Party. So, what do we know about what the employment landscape would look like under a government led by the Green Party? Here are the key pledges: Making work fair: The Green Party have set out their commitment to […]
Carers Week 2024: Managing Employees With Caring Responsibilities
The CIPD estimates that three million UK workers – one in nine employees – are providing some form of care to an older, disabled or seriously ill person, and this number is expected to rise. The number of carers is set to grow from six to nine million in the next 30 years (Carers UK). […]
General Election and Employment: The Conservatives Employment and Business Manifesto
The publication of political manifestos continues, and the second party to do so are the Conservatives. So, what do we know about the Conservatives commitment to business and employment under a Conservative Government? Here are the key pledges: Tax and Wages A crucial aspect of the Conservatives employment and business manifesto 2024 is tax and […]
General Election and Employment: The Liberal Democrats’ Employment and Business Manifesto
The publication of political manifestos has begun, and the first party to do so are the Liberal Democrats. So, what do we know about the Liberal Democrats commitment to business and employment under a Liberal Democrats Government? Here are the key pledges: Skills Investment The Liberal Democrats’ employment and business manifesto 2024 includes significant commitments […]
Aligning your People Strategy with your Business Strategy (HR Whitepaper)
We’re please to announce that we have published our latest strategic HR whitepaper to help business owners understand the importance of aligning business objectives to HR principles in the modern workplace. The report states that by merging people strategy with business strategy, companies can future proof their organisation and attain a competitive edge, whatever their […]
HR Solutions Named One of The Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces in UK
We’re excited to announce that we have been named in the Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces in the UK and Ireland. Our inclusion in this much-coveted roll call was announced alongside huge household names such as Aldi, H&M, and Slimming World. The Inspiring Workplaces Awards recognise organisations that have created exceptional ‘people first’ workplaces. An independent […]
HR Solutions Launch New Website
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website, designed to improve both our online presence and the overall customer experience. Developed over the past six months using WordPress, the new site aims to provide a clearer representation of our offerings and enhance user satisfaction. By investing in this upgrade, we aim to […]
Prioritising Employee Wellbeing
Here is the Hot Topic for June 2024 and an accompanying webinar will follow, which will be hosted on 13 June 2024. Did you know, for 2022/23, the leading cause of work-related ill health was stress, depression and anxiety and resulted in 17.1 million working days lost. So, it goes without saying, that prioritising the […]
General Election and Employment: Apprenticeships
In our latest ‘General Election 2024 Insights’ news article, we consider the value of apprentices to SMEs. Political Party Commitments As all political parties continue with their campaigning for the July 4 General Election, we are hearing about how each one is committing to apprenticeships, should they win. The Conservatives, for instance, have pledged 100,000 […]
Managing Absences During the 2024 Summer of Sports
The Summer of 2024 promises a multitude of sporting events, including the UEFA 2024 in Germany (in which England are amongst the favourites to win) which runs from 14 June to 14 July, and the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, starting on 26 July. We can also look forward to events such as the […]
The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023
In our last update on the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023, which is also known as the ‘Tipping Act’, we reported that a new Code of Practice would be introduced to accompany the legislation. We can confirm that Just before the dissolution of Parliament last week, the new Code was approved and will come […]
Recruiting Ex-Offenders: An Opportunity for Employers
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) has published guidance on recruiting, employing and retaining people with convictions. This guidance comes at a time when the government and KPMG are urging employers to consider recruiting ex-offenders to reduce reoffending rates and stimulate economic growth. KPMG’s Initiative in Recruiting Ex-Offenders KPMG has piloted a scheme […]
General Election and Employment: What Employment Changes Could We See?
Four years on from the pandemic and with businesses moving forward in quite a different employment landscape, we are now starting to see new and existing laws introduced that reflect this. Last month, we saw several significant developments in employment rights, with further developments in the coming months, and now, there is the prospect of […]
