by Louise Lithgow-Dicker | Jul 29, 2024 | News
If you haven’t completed right to work checks, the maximum fine has tripling to a whopping £60,000. 💷💷💷 As an employer, you have a legal obligation to ensure your employees have the right to work in the UK. Failing to comply with this requirement can lead...
by Louise Lithgow-Dicker | Jul 26, 2024 | News
When you’re facing issues with an employee, it can be tempting to pull them aside for a candid conversation. 😬 Many employers believe that they can have these ‘off-the-record’ chats without any repercussions. 🤫 However, unless you...
by Louise Lithgow-Dicker | Jul 26, 2024 | News
Absenteeism is a growing concern for businesses everywhere. On average, employees took 7.8 sick days last year, a significant increase from the 5.8 days recorded pre-pandemic. Understanding the causes and implementing strategies to reduce absenteeism can greatly...
by Louise Lithgow-Dicker | Jul 26, 2024 | News
With all the media around Strictly Come Dancing, it highlights how a situation can quickly escalate. A recent survey revealed that 47% of UK employees have witnessed bullying or harassment in their workplaces, with 1 in 10 experiencing it first-hand. Bullying is a...
by Louise Lithgow-Dicker | Jul 26, 2024 | News
As social media continues to dominate the digital landscape, we must address one question: “Should I be concerned about how my employees use social media?” 🤔 The answer is a resounding YES! 🚨 Employees share and engage on social media platforms, but why does that...
by Louise Lithgow-Dicker | Feb 7, 2024 | News
An employee keeps on refusing to wear the correct PPE. What do you do? 👷♀️⬇️ While most employees understand the importance of wearing the correct PPE – not only for their own personal safety but as a legality – there always seems to be someone that...
