HR & Employment Law Insights

The government’s recent announcement of a youth guarantee paid placement programme for young people who’ve been out of work or education for 18 months signals a welcome shift toward tackling long-term youth unemployment. As employers, we should welcome this and also...

New research from the CIPD and Simplyhealth has revealed a sharp rise in workplace absence across UK workplaces. Employees were off sick for an average of 9.4 days over the last 12 months – the equivalent of nearly two full working weeks. To put this into context:...

At The HR Booth, we’re proud to have a team of HR consultant Scotland with diverse experiences and passions. Each individual brings something unique, not just in terms of professional expertise, but also in how they approach life outside of work. This month, we’re...

Being an HR Assistant is never the same two days in a row. One moment you’re supporting with onboarding, recruitment or processing amendments, the next you’re diving into client projects, compliance checks, or stepping in to help consultants with note taking and...

In our latest Meet the Team feature, we sit down with Sharon to explore her unique journey from education back into HR Consultancy. After starting out in the corporate world, a move into teaching offered the chance to focus on family life – but returning to HR years...

If you’re thinking about outsourcing your HR, one of the first questions on your mind is probably “How much does outsourced HR cost UK?”It’s a fair question — and the honest answer is that it depends on your business size, the level of support you need, and how you...

World Suicide Prevention Day takes place on 10 September, and this year leading charities are united around one vital message: if you are worried that someone may be suicidal, act immediately. Reach out, interrupt their thoughts, and show them that you care. According...

Finding the right talent can be challenging, but choosing the right platform to advertise your roles can make all the difference. With so many job boards available, it can be overwhelming to decide where to post your vacancies. To help, we’ve rounded up some of the...

The UK government has taken another step forward in strengthening workplace rights for parents and expectant mothers. Once passed, Employees who are pregnant, on maternity leave, or within six months of returning to work will be given further protections from...

The UK Government has announced plans to strengthen employment rights with the introduction of the new Employment Rights Bill. A key part of this legislation focuses on parental leave, aiming to give parents and families greater support in the workplace. From making...

As part of the Government’s Employment Rights Bill roadmap, a new Menopause Action Plan will be introduced to strengthen workplace support. Under the proposals, larger businesses (those with 250+ employees) will be expected to publish an Equality Action Plan outlining...

Recent headlines revealed a tribunal outcome that an administrative officer at the Ministry of Justice was awarded over £29,000 in compensation after her repeated requests to work from home due to serious menstrual health issues were mishandled. This case highlights a...

With hybrid and remote working now a permanent feature for many businesses, a common question from both employers and employees is who is responsible for providing equipment. Should an employer supply laptops, phones, and desks for staff working from home, or is it...

Outsourced HR services UK are becoming increasingly important as businesses face one of the most challenging HR landscapes in years. The long list of suggested reforms in the Employment Rights Bill — including reducing the qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims...

Fraud can have a devastating impact on businesses, clients, and the wider public. To tackle this, new legislation is being introduced from 1 September 2025 to make it easier to hold large organisations accountable when fraud is committed on their behalf. In this...

Extending probation period can be a tricky area for employers. While probation gives you valuable time to assess whether a new hire is the right fit, sometimes the initial period just isn’t long enough to make a confident decision. Perhaps performance has been...

Meet Shannon, our Marketing Executive here at The HR Booth. Shannon has been part of our team for the past 8 years, bringing creativity, expertise, and a passion for delivering results. She first joined us on a part-time basis, before stepping into a full-time role 4...

Annual leave is an important part of work–life balance, giving employees the chance to rest, recharge, and spend time away from work. But can employers cancel annual leave once it’s been approved? While it’s generally expected that time off will go ahead as planned,...

Employee relations plays a crucial role in building a positive, productive, and legally compliant workplace. But what is employee relations exactly? It refers to the relationship between employers and employees, and how businesses manage this dynamic to support...

This week we are highlighting our fantastic HR Assistant, Kaitlin. Kaitlin joined our team in October 2023 and has been a big part of our Admin team. As part of her role, she provides comprehensive first line support to our clients. This involves support with...

Garden leave, sometimes referred to as gardening leave, is a common practice in UK employment law, often used when an employee resigns or is leaving a business. It involves the employee serving their notice period away from the workplace, while still remaining on the...