HR & Employment Law Insights
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Meet The Team: Claire
Welcome to our Meet The Team feature. This week, we spoke to Claire, one of our HR Consultants here at The HR Booth. Claire is a great team member, so why not have a read to find out more about her. How long have you worked for The HR Booth? I have worked at The HR...
Holidays in the Workplace – eBook
Holidays in the Workplace are an important employee right but they can create issues at times. Yes, it may only be February, but we're all looking ahead to our Summer holidays... right? With holidays comes time off work, and this can sometimes create complications for...
Workplace Relationships: Establishing Clear Rules in the Spirit of Valentine’s Day
Building relationships in the workplace is as inevitable as Cupid’s arrow finding its mark. As we celebrate Valentine’s Day, a time dedicated to love and connections, it’s essential to reflect on how we navigate relationships in our professional lives. Whether it’s...
Meet The Team: Laura
This week, we spoke to Laura, who is our HR & Recruitment Administrator. But did you know Laura started as an apprentice with us? Laura began her journey at The HR Booth as Administrative Assistant Modern Apprentice, and within a year she took on a permanent full...
Navigating Sick Days: Supporting Your Team and Your Business
Sick days are a part of professional life. It is something that all employers and employees will experience at some point. How we handle them can significantly impact both our team’s wellbeing and or business’s productivity. Today is National Sickie Day, and this blog...
Apprenticeships and Higher Education: Bridging the Gap
As the latest season of the TV show ‘The Apprentice’ kicked off last week, it seems that we are once again gripped by ‘Apprentice Fever’. However, beyond the boardroom drama and witty one-liners from Lord Sugar, there’s a much broader conversation about...
Time To Talk Day
Time To Talk Day encourages people to speak out. Here at The HR Booth, we are passionate about promoting mental health and well-being in the workplace. Let's delve into why it's crucial to prioritise mental health and the steps we're taking to make a difference. In...
Statutory Holidays: Can They Be Carried Forward To The Next Year?
Can Unused Statutory Holidays Be Carried Forward To The Next Year? In the fast-paced world of employment, statutory holidays are a cherished respite from the daily grind. These days off are not just moments to relax and unwind but are also an essential part of...
How to Gain & Retain Staff
In today’s competitive business landscape, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for success. While offering competitive salaries and benefits is essential, there’s another, often underestimated factor that plays a significant role in staff retention:...
What happens if you call in sick during notice period uk
When an employee hands in their notice, it signifies the beginning of a transition period for both the individual and the organisation. However, what happens if you call in sick during notice period uk. For some, this can be a way to avoid their notice period, however...
How to Work Out Pro Rata Salary For Your Staff
We support many of our clients with their payroll. One of the most common questions we get asked is how to work out pro rata salary for employees. Pro rata salary calculations are crucial for businesses, especially when employing part-time staff or those working...
The Top HR Software Tools in the UK
As an employer, you no longer have to deal with the endless paperwork gathering dust in a filing cabinet or spending hours on spreadsheets that no one looks at. Investing in HR software revolutionises data management, ensuring efficient, secure, and easily accessible...
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