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Why is self care important for business owners?

Discover why self care is essential for small business owners and learn how to incorporate self care practices into your busy schedule. What is Self Care Month? Self care month is championed by the World Health Organization (WHO), it runs…

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The employee must have knowledge of the harassment for a claim

In this recent case (June 2023) the EAT considered whether the effect of conduct can amount to harassment when the Claimant was unaware of colleagues’ comments until later. Greasley-Adams v Royal Mail Group Ltd: The Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) upheld…

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Flexible Working Bill: What do employers need to know

The Flexible Working Bill passes the third reading (14 July). It now waits for the final stage of Royal Assent when the bill will become an Act. The Flexible Working Bill also known as the Employment Relations Bill aims to…

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New family-friendly employment law rights receive Royal Assent

Three Private Members’ Bills, with government backing, successfully obtained Royal Assent. With the passing of three Bills, there is now a trio of family-friendly employment law rights. Three Private Members’ Bill with government backing, successfully obtained Royal Assent in May….

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Government announces more flexibility on paternity leave

The Government has announced it will make changes to paternity leave in response to a public consultation. The Government opened a consultation on reforming parental leave and pay in 2019 but it was delayed by the pandemic. The intention was…

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Supporting LGBT+ in the workplace

To celebrate pride month and LGBT+ Pride Day (28 Jun 2023), Nathan Worton a friend of HRi tells us how he believes employers can support LGBT+ in the workplace.   What Are the Benefits of Diversity and Inclusion? The arguments…

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Member spotlight – Michelle Beautiman

Member spotlight Michelle Beautiman is an HR generalist. After combatting imposter syndrome Michelle established HorrexCole in 2015. About Michelle Michelle had one objective when she set up HorrexCole in 2015: to disrupt the traditional approach to executive and leadership search…

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Men’s Health and the Internet

Supporting Men’s Health Week and its theme, Men’s Health and the Internet. Tim Jameson from MakeLifeClick will discuss the challenges men face with mental health in the digital age. He will also share tips on protecting mental health online. “I…

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Member spotlight – Kirsten Warden

Member spotlight Kirsten Warden is an HR generalist specialising in higher-risk industries.   About Kirsten Kirsten set up her HR consultancy Pentland HR five years ago. Being independent gives Kirsten flexibility which she loves as well as the variety of…

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Member spotlight – Tutu Popoola

Member spotlight Tutu Popoola has a strong interest in developing inclusive workplaces through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.   About Tutu Tutu Popoola set up Sleek HR  in 2021 and specialises in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Tutu loves the continuous learning…

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ACAS publishes new guidance on mental health at work

ACAS has launched new guidance on reasonable adjustments for mental health at work. Mental health awareness is gaining momentum in the workplace. Employers are becoming more aware of the need and benefits of supporting their employees’ mental health in the…

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Ethnicity pay reporting – Guidance for Employers

There have been calls in the past for the government to make ethnicity pay reporting mandatory for organisations with more than 250 employees. In line with gender pay reporting.   Gender pay gap reporting became mandatory for UK companies with…

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Bank holidays – What every employer must know

The government has confirmed 8th May as an extra Bank holiday in the UK to celebrate the King’s coronation on 6th May. Here is a reminder of what every employer must know about bank holidays.   Extra bank holiday –…

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Change in Leadership Structure of HRi

HR Independents (HRi), the UK body for independent HR and people professionals, has today announced Mary Asante as its Chief Executive to lead the organisation as it grows.   Mary has been one of the driving forces behind HRi and…

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Health and Safety – Morrisons fined over the death of an employee

Morrisons, the fifth largest supermarket chain fined £3.5m following a successful prosecution by Tewkesbury Borough Council. Morrisons has been convicted for failing to ensure the health and safety of an epileptic employee who died after falling from a shop stairway….

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Gary Lineker wins IR35 rule tax appeal against HRMC

Gary Linker wins the battle against HMRC over £4.9m tax bill. The former England striker’s case was heard in a first-tier tax tribunal in relation to demands from HMRC linked to IR35 rule.   The judge concludes that the Match…

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