Work Christmas parties even those out of hours are an extension of the workplace. Read my tops tips to avoiding unacceptable conduct at work Christmas parties
Work Christmas Parties
Common HR Mistakes and How To Avoid Them
Understand the most common HR mistakes and learn what you need to do to avoid them and become proactive in managing them so you protect your business.
Flexi Time Policy
Introducing a flexi time policy is a way to redesign traditional work schedules so the employees actual working hours differ from their contracted hours.
Holiday Entitlement During Major Sporting Events
Holiday Entitlement During Major Sporting Events. The 2022 FIFA World Cup starts on 21 November and ends on 18 December 2022 which will likely lead to competing requests for time off in the lead up to the Christmas period.
2022 FIFA World Cup
2022 FIFA World Cup competition will kick off in Qatar from 21 November to 18 December 2022. England are in Group B with Iran, United States and Wales.
Late May Bank Holiday 2022
To celebrate the Platinum Jubilee, the Late May Bank Holiday 2022 will move from Monday 30 May to Thursday 2 June with an extra day off on Friday 3 June.
Essential Employment Policies
Discover the essential employment policies every UK SME should have, including annual leave, sickness absence, flexible working, disciplinary, grievance, equality and GDPR policies. Learn how to build a compliant Employee Handbook and protect your business from unnecessary HR risk.
Read my Top Tips to the essential Employment Policies that every business should have, even if you only have one employee.
References for Former Employees
How to Provide a References for Former Employees. It’s important when providing a reference for a former employee that the content is given careful consideration.
Summer HR Checklist for Small Business Owners
Summer can create unique HR challenges for small businesses, from annual leave clashes and reduced staffing levels to flexible working requests and seasonal recruitment. This practical Summer HR Checklist highlights the key areas employers should review to keep their workforce productive, compliant and supported throughout the holiday season.
Managing Annual Leave Requests
Managing annual leave requests can be challenging for SME employers, particularly during school holidays, Christmas and other busy periods. This guide explains how to handle holiday requests fairly and consistently, avoid common mistakes and balance employee wellbeing with the operational needs of your business.
