Can I Recover the Cost of Training if an Employee Leaves my Company?"Can I recover the cost of training if an employee leaves my company?" This is a question we get a lot before making an employee training repayment agreement. We understand a lot of business owners...
Is there really freedom of speech in the workplace?Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right that is enshrined in many national and international laws and declarations. However, when it comes to freedom of speech in the workplace, this right can be a bit more...
We investigate the spiral staircase approach to employee management. That all-important career ladder may feel like a rush to the top, with each step moving closer to the pinnacle of power, but this isn't the case in the modern workplace. Careers are a far more...
As it is National Carers Week we thought it would be good to share some useful information regarding positive steps employers can take to support employees who may have to look after relatives. This week, Alistair attended the Kitemark launch in...
Why does my Business need Outsourced HR Support?As your business start to grow and expand, are you finding it more difficult to manage HR yourself? If yes, this can be a sign that it's time to look at outsourced HR support. Outsourcing HR to the right company will...
In business it can be very difficult to objectively measure not just the current performance of staff, but where they are heading in the future. Succession planning is a vital component of an efficient organisation and it's something that should never be skipped over...
As the General Election rapidly approaches as the political parties’ ramp up their seduction techniques to woo their constituents, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect what the various victories would mean for employment law and HR.
How do you feel before a job interview? I get very nervous before and during interviews. I find I get sweaty hands, a dry throat and I feel like I’m not able to get the words out that I am trying to say. I’m sure you can relate. Applying for a job, going to interviews...
An HR Consultant will help you keep your finger on the pulse in the HR world. Regardless of what industry you work in, if you have employees you will have to ensure that you perform certain HR functions and comply with legislation. Depending on the time and resources...
Is HR an Art or a Science?Human Resources is a field that deals with the management of people within an organisation. It encompasses a range of activities, including recruitment, training and development, performance management, employee relations, and compensation...
If you are running a business you will appreciate the importance of taking the time to do things properly and not rushing the parts which matter. Factors like quality, budget and customer service might be high on your radar but you shouldn’t underestimate...
Iceland, the frozen food specialist which has stores across the UK, recently lost a tribunal claim where they had to pay £7000 to a former employee who successfully won her claim she was constructively dismissed. Ms Crisp who was employed by Iceland for...