As the festive season approaches, many employees look forward to a Christmas bonus as a token of appreciation from their employer. However, for employers, the question of whether this must be paid isn’t always straightforward. In the UK, there are specific legal and...
At The HR Booth, we understand that every business is unique, with its own challenges and goals. That’s why, as a trusted HR consultancy in Fife, we take the time to understand our clients’ business culture and HR requirements. This approach allows us to craft...
When businesses face complex workforce challenges, they often seek professional support to navigate the intricacies of employment matters. Two common sources of expertise are HR consultants and employment lawyers. But what is the difference between an HR consultant...
As the end of the year approaches, it’s the perfect time to reflect, evaluate performance, and set goals for the future. A year end review is essential for businesses looking to improve employee performance and strengthen organisational growth. A recent YouGov survey...
'What is the role of trade union representative at disciplinary hearing?' This is one of the most popular questions we get asked about. It's important you fully understand the role of a union rep before you start the disciplinary process. We have created this article...
The Bradford Factor is a widely used HR tool designed to measure and manage employee absenteeism. This formula is particularly effective in highlighting the disruptive impact of short, frequent absences compared to prolonged absences. However, while this can be an...
Mental health awareness is growing, but challenges still arise when addressing it in the workplace. Employers have a duty to support employees struggling with mental health issues, but what happens if the situation becomes untenable? When it comes to terminating an...
Conducting a pregnancy risk assessment is essential to ensure the health and safety of the pregnant employee and her unborn child. This assessment identifies potential workplace risks to pregnant employees. Neglecting to conduct one could result in serious...
In the current economic climate, making a position redundant by restructuring has become a pressing consideration for many businesses. Rising operational costs and the recent increase in National Insurance contributions for employers are placing significant financial...
If you are at the stage where you are working out how to calculate redundancy pay, you have already explored other options, followed the right redundancy process, told employees, gone through the consultations, and selected employees for redundancy. Or you may be here...
As a leading HR consultancy Edinburgh, The HR Booth provides expert guidance and comprehensive HR solutions tailored to businesses across the city and the Lothians. Whether you’re a SME business or have a large organisation, our team of dedicated HR professionals are...
Outplacement services are becoming increasingly important as more businesses face the challenge of managing redundancies. We’ve been supporting many organisations recently through this difficult process, helping them handle it with care and integrity. Redundancies are...