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Catch up with the latest news in HR practice and employment law
Get right to work checks right
The penalty for not having checked your employee’s right to work in the UK has recently increased to £45,000 per illegal worker, plus a possible prison sentence for repeat offenders. Why is it so important? Checking an individual’s right to work in the UK before they...
Why lack of HR knowledge is damaging for business
I meet many business owners who tell me “My HR knowledge is zero” or “I don’t know much about HR”. This lack of knowledge can at best, cause people issues or at worst, land the employer in an employment tribunal. As business owners, you get clued up about finances,...
What does non judgemental actually mean
What does being non-judgemental actually mean? Many people claim they are, but what is actually involved to truly not judge someone? I help HR professionals and business owners with their HR emergencies. This means things like dismissals gone wrong, appeals, complex...
Why Grievances can be a good thing
Why Grievances can be a good thing As a line manager or HR professional, when an employee sends you a written grievance, it can make your heart sink. There are some who believe that for an issue to get as far as a written grievance means that something has failed....
The benefits of hiring an HR consultant
The benefits of hiring an HR consultant As a business owner, line manager or HR professional, sometimes we are faced with a situation that is complex and risky. I’m talking about grievances that perhaps have wide ranging repercussions – perhaps an employee has...
Navigating Internal Conflict – The Power of Skilled Mediation for In-House HR Teams
Are you part of an in-house HR team frustrated by the challenges of resolving internal conflicts? If so, you’re not alone.
Would you know what to do if one of your team was experiencing a mental health crisis?
Would you know what to do if one of your team was experiencing a mental health crisis? It was on Boxing Day a few years ago when I received a call from a line manager. I was HR Manager at the time for a hotel company. The line manager had been contacted by one of...
Navigating Employee Appeals: The Crucial Role of an External HR Consultant
Picture this: after a meticulous disciplinary procedure, you’ve made a tough decision to dismiss an employee for gross misconduct. Just when you thought the process was behind you, an appeal lands on your desk.
What to Do When Faced with Unfair Dismissal Accusations During the Redundancy Process
Despite meticulous preparation, employees might accuse you of unfair dismissal during the redundancy process.
In this blog, I share five tips on how to handle this situation.
Breaking Down Barriers: Embracing Mediation for Effective Conflict Resolution
Despite offering to resolve workplace conflicts in just one day, something often holds people back from engaging my services.
This blog explores the potential barriers and highlights why mediation is so effective.