Tips on being an effective Manager

‘People don’t leave companies, they leave Managers.’ We have seen this phrase all over various websites and social media platforms but usually, it follows with a ‘how to hand your notice in’ or ‘click here to receive job adverts in your area’ type article. But where is the advice on how to tackle the issue […]

Furlough Scheme – The Current Position

The furlough scheme was initially introduced in March 2020. Since then, several changes have been made to the scheme: Flexible and Full-Time Furlough In July 2020, the Government introduced ‘flexible furlough’ and this is still an option for employers to consider. This means that employees can work part-time hours and for the hours not worked, […]

New Time Limits for Furlough Claims

If you intend to lodge a furlough claim with the HMRC, then be sure to make a note of the following information: Claims from 1 November 2020 must be submitted by 11:59pm 14 calendar days after the month you’re claiming for. If this time falls on the weekend or a bank holiday, then claims should […]

Anti-Bullying Week

It’s Anti-Bullying week! Whilst 2020 has brought all sorts of unexpected turns, it is great to see that schools throughout the UK are still participating in anti-bullying week. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, auntie or uncle, we all want children to be happy and feel safe against bullying – particularly if we have experienced […]

Redundancy: A Business Owner’s Perspective

Making decisions that result in an employee losing their job is tough because most business owners are connected with their people on some level. When cuts have to be made, it can feel like you’ve failed and that you should have done something differently to avoid letting anyone go; that you’re a bad business person. […]

Coping with adverse weather in the workplace

With Storm Ciara taking over the UK last week, the Midlands seeing a blanket of snow this week and Storm Dennis forecast for the coming weekend, do you know how to prepare for adverse weather conditions and how you need to protect your employees?  You may be concerned with finding out how your employees are […]