This blog is a guide to the key questions you should consider when faced with this challenge in your organisation.

The Employment Rights Bill packs 28 imposing employment law reforms into its 158 pages.

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Once upon a time, the corporate Christmas party was a highly anticipated event in workplaces across the country. From elaborate themed...

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You knew managing people would have its challenges, but dealing with conflict and difficult conversations probably wasn't what you signed...

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I wrote this blog when it was boiling hot weather, unfortunately it was short lived.  But just in case we get some more of the hot stuff...

I want to tell you two stories about carrying out formal performance appraisal, review or supervision in two different types of...

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In a significant development for the UK labour market, the government has introduced new flexible working legislation from April 6th 2024.

This year is a busy one for employment legislation. In addition to the usual annual increases to statutory rates, there are a number of imp

Compassion is an essential leadership trait, but genuine, successful leadership requires so much more than just compassion and experience.

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Staff taking time off work because they are ill is inevitable but managing staff sickness effectively is crucial for overall success.