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But behind every thriving company lies a strategy that connects people, performance, and purpose, and understanding how HR strategy can drive growth in SMEs is often what makes the difference. Many small-business leaders still see HR as a back-office function…
Running a business is a team effort. You’ve got finance keeping the numbers in line, operations keeping things moving, and sales driving growth. But when it comes to people — the hiring, managing, supporting, and sometimes letting go, many organisations…
Menopause is now firmly part of the workplace conversation. October is Menopause Awareness Month. The conversation has moved on from awareness alone. It now includes legal accountability, business risk, and credible action. The increase in UK menopause tribunal cases is…
How is neurodiversity in the workplace shaping the future of work? It’s a conversation that more SMEs and HR professionals are now starting to engage with. Diagnoses of ADHD, autism, dyspraxia and other neurodiverse conditions are rising. At the same…
Neurodiversity in the workplace attracts increasing attention, with conditions such as ADHD and dyslexia more frequently cited in Employment Tribunal claims under the Equality Act 2010. These claims highlight employers’ legal duties — particularly around making reasonable adjustments and avoiding…
If you run a small business, chances are you’ve heard that “you need HR” at some point. Maybe a colleague has suggested it. Maybe you’ve had a tricky employee issue and wondered whether a professional could help. But what does outsourced…
Disability discrimination claims can be complex, particularly when workplace behaviour is in the spotlight. The case of McQueen v General Optical Council [2023] EAT 36 is a useful example of disability discrimination claim under Section 15. It reminds employers that…
AECOM Ltd v Mallon: Lessons on Disability Discrimination and Recruitment for UK Employers Recruitment is often the first real test of an employer’s commitment to inclusion. The case of AECOM Ltd v Mallon [2023] EAT 104 shows how a seemingly…
Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms — and belief-based disputes can be especially complex. Sometimes, they even lead to legal consequences. For employers, managing situations where rights come into conflict isn’t always straightforward. The Higgs vs Farmor’s School…
When you’re running a small business, the stakes are high — and getting HR right can feel like one more thing on a very long to-do list. In moments like these, HRi Certified consultants offer a steady hand. Working with…
Closing the Empathy Gap in Men’s Health: How HR Independents Can Support Health and Wellbeing Men’s Health Week and Men’s Health Month both aim to raise awareness about men’s health issues, but they serve distinct purposes. In 2025, Men’s…
When you’re leading a growing business, HR can feel like just one more thing on an already packed to-do list. Between sales, clients, operations—and everything in between—it’s easy to assume HR can wait. But at HRi, we’ve seen the same myths…
For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), selecting the right independent HR consultant goes beyond managing basic employee tasks. It’s about partnering with someone who truly understands your business and can guide you through the complexities of people management. In today’s…
Working independently in HR can be incredibly rewarding. It gives you the opportunity to work closely with a range of organisations, build meaningful client relationships and shape your own way of working. But it also comes with a level of…
Earlier this month, the Employment Rights Bill passed its third reading in the House of Commons and is now scheduled for its second reading in the House of Lords on 27 March 2025. This marks a significant step towards strengthening…
For years, organisations have championed EDI initiatives, investing in unconscious bias training, diverse hiring panels and inclusive leadership programmes. Yet, despite these efforts, neurodivergent individuals — those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and other cognitive differences — continue to be…
Gender equality is essential for business success, innovation, and employee well-being. Yet, challenges like the gender pay gap and underrepresentation in leadership persist. According to the ONS Gender Pay Gap Report 2024, while progress is happening, disparities remain, particularly for…
Sex discrimination in the workplace, as defined under the Equality Act 2010, occurs when an employee is treated differently because of their sex in specific situations. The employment tribunal ruling in the case of Ms. Anca Lacatus v Barclays Execution…
