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It's International Stress Awareness week, and whilst stress can impact individuals at work all year round, this week shines a light on the growing impact of stress in the workplace and serves as a timely reminder that employee wellbeing is not a “nice to have", it’s a business essential. According to recent HSE data, over 17 million working days are lost each year due to stress, anxiety and depression. Behind those statistics are people trying to balance workloads, adapt to

Today’s workplace is more age-diverse than ever before. For the first time in modern history, up to five generations are working side by side, from apprentices entering their first role to seasoned leaders with decades of institutional knowledge. But with that diversity comes both opportunity and friction. How do we move beyond stereotypes like “Gen Z are lazy” or “Boomers can’t adapt to change” and instead build teams that thrive across generations? To unpack this, I sat dow

Every October the UK celebrates Black History Month in all its glory, with events, discussions and different ways to raise awareness. This month serves not only as a time to reflect on the past but also as an opportunity to celebrate the contributions, achievements, and histories of Black individuals across the UK. This blog covers a bit about my family history, but even more about what Black History Month means to the masses. Why I'm so proud of my parents I'm so proud of

Reimagining the Psychological Contract: Why Purpose, Flexibility, and Values Now Drive Employee Engagement The traditional psychological...

In today's dynamic work environment, technology continues to shape the landscape, and nowhere is this more evident than in Human...

Our recent a heartfelt podcast conversation sees Trish Hewitt sit down with the vibrant Vicky Campbell to uncover insights about...

The government have recently published a provisional timetable, or roadmap, showing when we are likely to see the changes from the...

The UK government has introduced the Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023, set to take effect on 6 April 2025. Representing a...

We got our first view of the Employment Rights Bill back in October 2024, but we've recently seen an ammedment to the originally proposed...

The Autumn budget has been published, and there's a few things from an HR perspective that it's useful for people and business to know....

The Employment Rights Bill represents some of the biggest changes we've seen in Employment Law for quite some time. Introduced to...

The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 comes into force in October 2024 and places new duties and...

The UK Election is almost upon us, so here's a round up of how employment law could change under any of the new parties, and the existing...

Pride Month, celebrated in June in the UK, is a vital time for the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies to honour the struggle for...

We don't talk enough about mental health, it touches everyone in different ways and has a profound impact on people personally and...

The new Carer's Leave Act 2023 comes into force on 6th April 2024, this blog provides more information about what the new Act means for...

As of April 2024 the way employees can request flexible working is changing. The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 will...

The new Paternity Leave Amendment Regulations 2024 will come into effect from April 2024. This blog covers what the changes are and how...

2024 will bring some interesting Employment Law changes, check out our rundown of the top four to look out for as either an employee or...

Generally speaking, employees in the UK are not permitted to record formal meetings, such as grievance or disciplinary meetings, but...

The new Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022 came into force on 28th October 2023. The new Act brings some changes that it's...

On 21st November 2023, the new National Minimum Wage rates were announced which will come into effect from April 2024. These changes...

Jeremy Hunt will soon be announcing some big changes to the way we manage pensions in the UK, have a read of this quick blog for more...

The Chancellor has recently announced that as of April 2024 the National Minimum wage for over 23's in the UK will be at least £11 per...