Lucy Fitzgerald 
If I asked you to tell me what HR does in a couple of sentences, what would you say? Not sure? You are not alone. Over the past 20 years the HR function has transformed its offering. As a result of this evolution, business managers often have mixed experiences of the function, based largely on … Read more
Most of us know that providing regular feedback to our employees is essential in enabling them to capitalise on their strengths, identify areas for improvement and, ultimately, improve performance.
Business change can be the innovation that your organisation needs, but change can often spark fear and uncertainty. It’s important to plan how to implement business change carefully in advance so that you comply with the requirements of employment law, as well as communicate the changes to bring your employees with you during the transition. … Read more
Unconscious bias may be impacting your hiring efforts. Our guide for employers includes practical tips to stop unconscious bias in recruitment
A summary of the four key stages of employee engagement and what you can do to continuously improve your employees’ emotional commitment to your business.
Pursuing a career ambition was the sixth most popular New Year’s resolution amongst Brits in 2018, so it’s no surprise that January often brings a current of change at workplaces up and down the country. People look to make more money, climb the career ladder or switch environments – meaning you could be in for … Read more
Overindulgence is part of the festive season. That extra mince pie at the market, the glass of red on a cosy dark night in, the endless sweet treats. Not to mention the mammoth feast on Christmas day itself! It’s very easy to get carried away with it all. Yet there is one place where moderation … Read more
The Court of Appeal has held that a “sleep-in” care worker in residential accommodation was not entitled to be paid the national minimum wage while sleeping. In Royal Mencap Society v Tomlinson-Blake; Shannon v Rampersad and another t/a Clifton House Residential Home, the Court of Appeal held that a “sleep-in” care worker in residential accommodation … Read more
The results are out, the gender pay gap varies across industry sectors, but three quarters of the companies that participated in gender pay gap reporting pay men more than women. This is as a result of both society-led and organisation-driven reasons. But why should organisations with under 250 employees care? Closing the Gap To close the … Read more
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