An individual doing paid work in the UK falls into one of three main categories: an employee a worker self-employed Some employers are understandably uncertain about the differences between ‘workers’ and ‘employee...
05 December, 2019 Company News
The Labour party has published its manifesto for the 12 December 2019 general election. Key manifesto pledges for policies on employment law and industrial relations are: living wage of £10 per hour for all worker...
28 November, 2019 Employment Law Developments
The number of possible in-car distractions has increased significantly in the smart phone age and the new fines and points regime for drivers caught making calls and texting at the wheel has brought the issue into...
19 November, 2019 Company News
We’re on a roll! We are so pleased to have been announced the winner of the Best HR Consultancy 2019 – South West England through the SME News Southern Enterprise Awards. SME News seek out the SMEs with a com...
08 November, 2019 Company News
As we head further into 2019, workplaces are becoming increasingly more reliant on technology. Whilst the misuse of technology in the workplace can negatively impact work performance, when used for business purpos...
05 November, 2019 Company News
To deliver maximum productivity and great results, employees within a business need to thrive from a sense of unity and share common goals. One of the best ways to achieve this is by ensuring regular collaboration...
25 October, 2019 Company News
We’re absolutely thrilled to have been crowned: Best HR & Employment Consultancy 2019 – West Midlands through the Corporate Coaching & Recruitment Awards This was based on recognition for our work ov...
22 October, 2019 Company News
As more and more workers continue to enter the business world, the recruitment process continues to be as competitive as ever – and in order to get noticed by employers, candidates really need to take measures tha...
18 October, 2019 Recruiting
The very beginning of job advertising began with the only medium that was available – printed copy. Job postings were published in newspapers, which of course, would only reach a limited audience. Potential candid...
11 October, 2019 Recruiting
Interestingly, artificial lighting was once thought to be more beneficial for concentration and eye health. Recent studies have suggested, however, that exposure to natural lighting is actually much better for our...
04 October, 2019 Company News
Now entering their mid-20s, Generation Z employees (born between 1995 and 2012) are starting to establish themselves in the workplace, adding an entirely new perspective to today’s workplaces. There are, of course...
27 September, 2019 Company News
Despite our society’s increasing efforts to improve the state of our current climate, we’re still living amongst the consequences of years of damage to the environment. The overuse and mindless disposal of plastic...
20 September, 2019 Company News
As we head further into the 21st century, technology is becoming increasingly more prevalent and integral in our everyday lives. Most office-based businesses rely on access to online resources, and many of us woul...
11 September, 2019 Company News
If you’re an employer or the owner of your own business, then you’ll likely already have an idea of the characteristics you need in a desirable candidate. Although it’s important to find someone who fits in well w...
06 September, 2019 Recruiting
Above all else, great leadership is the key to effective employee development and satisfaction which, in turn, maximises employee motivation and business performance. It’s near impossible for a business to run smo...
30 August, 2019 Company News