Did you know that 76.7% of mothers and 91.8% of fathers in the UK are currently employed? Parents make up a huge chunk of our workforce and that’s why, as a business owner, you need to understand the legal requirements of employing parents. Key considerations for employing parents: Maternity leave and pay Pregnant employees can […]
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On the Pulse – June 2025
June’s newsletter is here, and it’s packed with practical HR insights for your business. Did you know that 1 in 5 people admit to lying about their university qualifications on job applications? Or that AI-written CVs are likely to be sabotaging a fair recruitment process? Inside this month: 🔍 How to choose the right HR […]
Labour’s new laws are increasing costs for business owners
With Labour’s latest employment law changes coming into effect, many business owners are facing tighter margins, higher wage bills and increased compliance responsibilities. The rise in National Minimum Wage and National Insurance contributions is adding to employer costs at a time when small businesses are already battling economic uncertainty. For many, this isn’t just about […]
Is your recruitment process driving candidates away?
If you’re struggling to find the right talent, the problem might not be your candidates but your recruitment process. Many businesses use the same outdated, time-consuming tests that frustrate applicants and lead to high drop-out rates. This isn’t just a corporate issue; small businesses feel the impact too. When hiring takes longer and candidates disengage, […]
Can you predict who will quit before they do?
Employee turnover is expensive… Losing a key team member doesn’t just mean recruitment costs – it disrupts your business and inevitably slows down growth. So, is there a way for you to predict who will quit before they do? Allowing you to take preventative action to stop your best employees from walking out the door… […]
Different ways you can ‘hire’ people and how this is changing under Labour’s new Employment Rights Bill
Hiring the right people has always been a challenge for small businesses. But with the new government introducing major changes to employment law, it’s about to get even trickier. One of the biggest shifts is the proposed end of zero-hours contracts. If your business relies on flexible, ad-hoc workers, you’ll need to rethink your hiring […]
Legal risk assessment for your business
With employment law shifting rapidly, especially with upcoming changes under Labour’s Employment Rights Bill, you could be leaving your business open to serious risk without even realising it. We can help you to check whether your contracts and policies are legally sound and ensure that you’re fully protected. Here’s what we’ll do: 🔍 Review your […]
How an HR consultant will help you to scale your business
Scaling a business isn’t just about increasing revenue. It’s about having the right people, processes and culture in place to support that growth. Without a solid HR foundation, scaling becomes chaotic, with hiring bottlenecks, compliance risks and disengaged employees slowing you down. This is where an HR consultant makes all the difference. What is an […]
On The Pulse Newsletter – May 2025
Is it possible to reduce business costs without harming productivity? Everything you need to know from the world of HR this month 👇🏻 A new month brings new opportunities to strengthen your workforce, making May the perfect time to review your HR policies, boost employee engagement and plan for the future. In this month’s newsletter, […]
How to make your employees more efficient
Who doesn’t want an efficient and productive workforce? The more productive your team is, the more profitable they are. It’s as simple as that. That’s why every business should actively work to improve (or at least sustain) employee efficiency and productivity. It’s not something you fix once and forget about. It requires ongoing attention to […]