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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...

CIPD Conference Scotland 2024

CIPD Conference Scotland 2024

Check out the key points from the Annual CIPD Scotland Conference 2024: Moments That Matter: Recognising and valuing significant moments in our employees' journeys will impact their engagement and loyalty.​​Employee Voice: The importance of not just providing a...

Single Parents Day: Supporting Our Unsung Heroes

Single Parents Day: Supporting Our Unsung Heroes

As we commemorate Single Parents Day on March 21st, it's crucial to delve into the myriad facets of single parenthood, acknowledging the profound dedication and sacrifices made by individuals like you who heroically shoulder the responsibilities of both parent and...

Navigating Recessions: A Strategic Guide for Employers

Navigating Recessions: A Strategic Guide for Employers

We caught up with CEO & Founder of The HR Booth, Alistair, to get his thoughts on this topic of recessions and redundancies. The UK have entered a “technical” recession, and this has naturally made business owners a little anxious. I've been in HR for over 30...

Continuous Professional Development: How to Unlock Success

Continuous Professional Development: How to Unlock Success

In today's dynamic and ever-evolving workplace landscape, the concept of continuous professional development (CPD) stands as a cornerstone for both your personal and organisational growth. At the heart of every successful enterprise lies a workforce committed to...

Leap Year: The Question around Pay & Holiday Entitlement

Leap Year: The Question around Pay & Holiday Entitlement

Every four years, we experience the rare occurrence known as a leap year, adding an extra day to our calendar. But amidst the excitement of this calendrical anomaly, questions arise, particularly in the realm of employment: Does a leap year entitle employees to an...

Meet The Team: Kaitlin

Meet The Team: Kaitlin

Welcome to our Meet The Team feature. We caught up with Kaitlin to find out more about her role at The HR Booth, what a typical day looks like and who's job she job swap with for 24 hours​. How long have you worked for The HR Booth? I have been working for The HR...