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Meet The Team: Alistair

Meet The Team: Alistair

Have you ever wondered where The HR Booth's name came from? Well now you do! In the latest Meet The Team feature, we caught up with Alistair to talk about how The HR Booth became the business we are today, and what Alistair's day-to-day role is like. Have a read...

Hybrid Working – The Ultimate Guide for Employers and Managers

Hybrid Working – The Ultimate Guide for Employers and Managers

Hybrid Working – The Ultimate Guide for Employers and Managers What is Hybrid Working? The modern day workplace now requires to have a hybrid working plan in place. Hybrid working is a flexible working arrangement between employer and employee, providing the employee...

All HR Legislation Updates – April 2024

All HR Legislation Updates – April 2024

Several amendments to employment legislation will be implemented starting on 6 April 2024. These adjustments are applicable to England, Scotland, and Wales; however, they do not extend to Northern Ireland, as employment law in this region is devolved. Changes to...

World Health Day: How to stay fit whilst working in an office

World Health Day: How to stay fit whilst working in an office

In an era where sedentary lifestyles dominate the workplace, prioritising health and fitness has never been more crucial. As we celebrated World Health Day on Sunday, it's the perfect moment to reflect on how to stay fit while navigating the demands of an office job...

Ask The Expert – Calum

Ask The Expert – Calum

We sat down with our in-house recruitment expert and HR consultant Calum to go over what job candidates look for in modern day job adverts. Mindset Shift Before, you might have considered a job advert simply as a list of duties an employee must carry out. However, in...

Meet The Team: Lynn

Meet The Team: Lynn

Pick & Mix in the Maldives? Sounds good to us! This week we spoke to one of our HR Consultants, Lynn. Have a read below to find out her dream holiday and whose job she would swap with for one day only! 1. How long have you worked for The HR Booth? I have worked...

Paternity Leave: Employment Law Updates 2024

Paternity Leave: Employment Law Updates 2024

Paternity Leave: The Key Changes In the forthcoming Employment Law Updates, there are several significant changes regarding Paternity Leave that you should be aware of, particularly if your baby is born after the 6th of April 2024. These updates, which have been in...

Meet The Team – Lorraine

Meet The Team – Lorraine

Did you know that The HR Booth runs in the family? Well it does! This week we spoke to Lorraine, our Business Support Manager, but also Alistair's wife. Find out more about her work behind the scenes. P.S. Alistair take note of answer no.7! 1. How long have you worked...

Rewarding Employee Loyalty

Rewarding Employee Loyalty

Why Reward Your Employees? Rewards and recognition for employee loyalty are akin to the finishing touch on a beautifully crafted cake – they enhance the overall workplace experience, leaving a lasting impression on everyone involved. In an era marked by rapid changes...

Carer’s Leave Act | Explained

Carer’s Leave Act | Explained

There are new Carer’s Leave regulations coming into effect on the 6th April 2024. You’re about to witness a significant shift in the landscape of employee rights with the forthcoming legislation focusing on carer’s leave entitlements. As someone who may have caring...