9 Essential HR Policies Every Small Business Needs
Effective HR policies are the backbone of any successful business, regardless of size. They establish clear expectations, protect your organisation, and ensure compliance with employment laws. Here are nine essential HR policies every small employer should have in place: Essential HR Policies Absence notification and sick pay: a clearly written absence policy will help your […]
Virtual Employment Law Seminar
In this webinar we look to the future and consider the HR and employment landscape for the year ahead.
Understanding pay implications of the Employment Rights Bill
In this webinar we look to the future and consider the HR and employment landscape for the year ahead.
HR essentials for small employers
In this webinar we look to the future and consider the HR and employment landscape for the year ahead.
Types of Employment Tribunal Claims and How to Avoid Them
Employment tribunal claims can disrupt business operations and harm reputation. Understanding common types of employment tribunal claims claims, such as unfair dismissal and discrimination, can help employers implement proactive measures that prevent these disputes from escalating to tribunals. There are various types of employment tribunal claims, including: Unfair Dismissal: Dismissing an employee without a fair […]
Statutory Duties in Employment: What Every Employer Needs to Know
Every employer is bound by statutory employment duties, which form the bedrock of the employer-employee relationship. From ensuring fair treatment to providing a safe work environment, these laws protect employee rights and, when followed, reduce the risk of tribunal claims against employers. The most critical statutes governing employment in the UK include: Employment Rights Act […]
The Role of HR in Employment Law Compliance and Claim Prevention
Human Resources (HR) is a powerful ally in maintaining legal compliance and preventing costly tribunal claims. From creating compliant policies to training employees, HR plays a vital role in protecting businesses from potential legal pitfalls. HR’s role encompasses several areas critical to risk management: Employment Law and Policy Implementation: HR keeps organisations updated on employment […]
How Does HR Outsourcing Reduce Costs?
In today’s dynamic business environment, managing costs effectively is crucial for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). One of the most effective strategies for achieving this is HR outsourcing. But how does HR outsourcing reduce costs? By outsourcing HR functions, SMEs can achieve significant cost savings while enhancing operational efficiency. Let’s explore why 39% of SMEs […]
2025 – The HR year ahead
In this webinar we look to the future and consider the HR and employment landscape for the year ahead.
The Role of HR in Ensuring Compliance
Human Resources (HR) plays a critical role in ensuring that organisations adhere to various laws and regulations. For many businesses, partnering with an outsourced HR provider like HR Solutions can be an effective way to manage this complex task. Here’s how HR contributes to compliance: Understanding and Implementing Employment Laws HR professionals stay up to […]
Top 5 Reasons Why Businesses Are Turning to HR Outsourcing in 2025
Why Businesses are Turning to HR Outsourcing has become a significant focus in 2024, with 39% of SMEs planning to outsource HR this year, according to our 2024 SME Business Report. We expect this trend to grow as we face further developments in employment law later in 2024 and into 2025. With a newly elected […]
Prepare for the 2024/25 Government Policy Changes: 5 Key Steps for Employers
Following the King’s speech on 17 July 2024, we now have a clearer idea of the Government’s priorities for 2024/25. Significant changes are expected, although details are still to be published. Given the potential impact, we advise employers to start preparing for the 2024/25 Government Policy Changes now to ensure their business is ready. Here […]
Minimum service levels set to be repealed
On 6 August, the government announced that it will repeal the Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023. The introduction of minimum service levels during strike action was brought about by the Conservative government and applied to key public sector services including health, fire and rescue, education, transport and border control. When a trade union announced […]
5 Key considerations when ending employment
Employee retention must be a key focus for any business as the UK continues to struggle with a labour and skills shortage. Unfortunately, there will always be some attrition occurring, whether this be forced or voluntary. In our recent SME Survey, we asked SME Business owners, what the top three most important aspect of people […]
Additional May Bank Holiday Announced for UK
The Government has announced that there is to be an additional bank holiday on Monday 8 May 2023 in honour of His Majesty King Charles III Coronation, which is taking place on Saturday 6 May. The Prime Minister has confirmed that it will take place across the UK with the aim of providing families and […]
Employee salaries failing to keep up with inflation levels
The third quarter of 2022 has been hugely significant to employers, with a great deal of focus on the economic climate and The Cost of Living challenges. Between June and August, the UK saw the strongest growth in employee salaries since before the pandemic started, however in real terms (due to rising inflation), the average […]
Work Social Events – What Employers Need to Know
Is your team busy planning the company Christmas party? We’re seeing more and more businesses returning to traditional social events, as they would have done pre-pandemic. But how have employers’ responsibilities changed in managing social events, since the pandemic? We take a look at the things employers need to know, ahead of the next company […]
Northamptonshire Business Awards 2022 – we are finalists!
We are delighted to have been recognised for our exceptional customer service. As a result of our commitment to our clients, we have been named as finalists in the Customer Commitment category of the Northamptonshire Business Awards. The Customer Commitment Award, sponsored by local marketing company Qoob Group, recognises organisations with a focus on customer […]
Outsourced HR: The Pros and Cons
Outsourced HR is a contractual agreement between an employer and an external third-party provider whereby the employer transfers the management of, and processing of key employment practices for certain HR functions to the external provider. If you are struggling to keep up with HR tasks in your organisation, or simply don’t see a full time […]
Fireside Chat at Breathe HR conference
In March 2022, Helen Astill, Director of Cherington HR and HR Services Director of HR Solutions was asked to participate in a fireside chat to discuss the future of HR at the Breathe HR conference in London. The fireside chat was chaired by Jonathan Richards, CEO of Breathe HR and along with Helen Astill, they […]