Managing work-life balance as an employer

Managing work-life balance as an employer

2022 with rising inflation and a cost-of-living crisis has put pressure on employers to increase wages and starting salaries.   However, it appears there is another aspect of working that employees may value just as highly as pay – a work-life balance. HR and...
Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace

Mental Health and Stress in the Workplace

Poor mental health and stress in the workplace are significant factors preventing people performing at their best.  It is a major cause of long-term absence from work. Last year around 800,000 people (1 in 40 workers) experienced work-related stress, anxiety, or...
Employee Engagement – Are you really listening?

Employee Engagement – Are you really listening?

Employee Engagement is an increasing factor in 2022.   UK job vacancies are running high and the labour market is tight.  Alongside the business challenge of attracting staff a significant proportion of employers are also experiencing increased employee turnover...
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

We look at Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), the benefits to your business and what you can expect from this type of service. Employee wellbeing is a huge topic and increasingly important for the business community.  Many organisations are realising that putting...
Home working – A good practise guide

Home working – A good practise guide

Home working – A good practise guide If you permanently work from your home or split your working time between the workplace and home (sometimes called hybrid working) you are considered to be a home worker. Responsibilities The health and safety responsibilities for...
A look ahead at 2022

A look ahead at 2022

A look ahead at 2022 some legislative changes and possible trends. We take a look ahead at 2022, with a focus on legislative changes and possible trends. LEGISLATION April 2022: Rate changes for The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage. Statutory Maternity...