Additional Bank Holiday for the King's Coronation
The government has confirmed that while the coronation will take place on Saturday 6th May, the following Monday, the 8th May 2023 will be a bank holiday to allow everyone to celebrate the special moment in history of His Majesty taking the throne. Do employers have to give their employees the day off?
What do employee side hustles mean for your SME business?
If you find out that your employees have a side hustle outside of their main job, you may initially question the effect it will have on your business. The HR Dept.'s latest blog explores potential concerns and benefits of employees taking on extra work and what you can do as an employer.
Should you use workplace personality tests?
Are workplace personality tests a good thing or can they cause more trouble than they're worth? The HR Dept takes a deeper look into the benefits and pitfalls of personality testing.
Digital right to work checks – October deadline
Is your business ready for the change to right to work checks being implemented on the 1st October? Learn about the change, and what you need to do to prepare.
Health and lifestyle benefits to keep your SME business working well
HR Dept says: if you’re looking to increase your offering to attract and retain top talent, employee benefits that put health and well-being first are a good place to start. Read our latest blog to learn more.
Thinking about downsizing your office space? Read this first.
HR Dept says: cost saving may be a motivator when downsizing your office space, but before you start offloading furniture, there are a few things to think about. Read more in our latest blog.
Reducing the risk of pregnancy discrimination in your business
It it ok to ask a woman at interview stage if she is pregnant? Find the answer to this in our latest HR blog.
What you need to know when hiring workers from abroad
Has recruitment for your business got you thinking about hiring workers from overseas? There are a few things you need to know to ensure you remain compliant with employment law. We explore this topic further in our latest blog.
An important update on fit notes from employees
Just when you feel you’ve got fit notes all figured out, there is a change coming that needs your attention.
What to do when an employee can’t return from holiday as planned
Employers may find out that an employee is stranded abroad due to recent flight cancellations, unable to return to work from their holiday as planned. If this is the first time this has happened, you may be wondering how best to manage this situation.
Understanding hidden disabilities in the workplace
80% of disabilities in the UK are hidden. As an employer, you may not realise that you already have disabled employees working for you. HR Dept look at how to find out and what to do.
Common questions on overtime for employees
Can employees refuse if you ask them to work overtime? What are the limits on overtime? HR Dept look at these questions and more in their latest blog on overtime for employees.
What to do when you find an employee sleeping on the job
There are many reasons why an employee may fall asleep at work, stress being one of them. We look more at the fallout from stress this #StressAwarenessMonth and what to do when you find an employee asleep at work.
Are your employees living with Long COVID?
Plenty of people are still living with, and suffering from, the symptoms of #COVID19. Spotting the signs can help you to support employees with Long COVID and manage a gradual return to work.
Does your business need a culture reset?
What are the risks involved with letting company culture slip? No organisation is exempt from people management problems, if the culture is poor or has been neglected.
Retention is a priority topic for businesses
Is recruitment and retention on your radar this year? In a candidate's market, competition can be high. Find out what it means to be an employer of choice and the benefits to your business.
Gift giving in the workplace with a reimagined Secret Santa
What's under your office Christmas tree? Is it going to end up in the bin? Has Secret Santa had its day? The HR Dept takes a look at how present buying in the workplace might be shape shifting.
Are you hosting a Christmas party for your staff this year?
Whether you're planning the first work Christmas party in two years, or seeking alternative ways to spread festive cheer in your business this winter, read the HR Dept's latest blog.
What to do when an employee keeps forgetting things
Are you managing a forgetful employee? We all forget things at times but when it starts affecting someone at work, employers need to find out why not speculate. The HR Dept's latest blog has some helpful tips on how to approach this situation.
Has your business made a climate commitment?
A better planet is beneficial to all and SMEs, along with their employees, can play a crucial role in driving change and making a difference. Read on to find out how your business can make a climate commitment.
Can you ask staff to come to work on their day off?
Finding yourself short-staffed can prove to be a challenge. If you're wondering if you can ask staff to come to work on their day off, the HR Dept's latest blog includes a few points for consideration.
Excuses, excuses: Are you challenging them in your business?
Are you tired of the same old excuses from an employee? Find out how to manage this issue in the HR Dept's latest blog.
Facing the return of the commute
Factors such as working hours, location, and access to transportation links, mean that one person’s commute can drastically differ to someone else's. The quality of this journey can have an impact on mood and set the tone for the rest of the day. Do you know how your employees are getting to work?
Term-time only working and contracts
Offering term-time only working can increase your potential pool of talent when hiring staff. The HR Dept looks at the benefits of term-time working for your business.
The dos and don'ts of interviews
...From having the wrong CV to keeping people waiting, asking personal questions, or even eating during the interview! It's not just candidates that can slip up during an interview.