Managing employees can be tough and time-consuming, especially for small businesses with limited resources. That’s where human resource management comes in. HR helps organise, train, compensate, and manage employees to ensure they are working efficiently and effectively. But do small businesses really need HR? Is it illegal to go without HR above a certain size? …
April 1st 2023 Changes to the UK National Living and Minimum Wage Low-earning workers in the UK could see a rise in take-home pay thanks to the scheduled increase in both the National Living Wage and the National Minimum Wage this April. The UK Government has announced that the changes will be effective from 1st …
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Looking After your Job Applicants During the Hiring Phase The interview process can be overwhelming for job applicants, especially in a highly competitive job market. As a business owner, HR consultant, hiring manager or other, it’s essential to provide support and guidance to job applicants to help them feel comfortable and confident throughout the …
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Test your Human Resources knowledge below with a fun, Christmas-themed HR quiz created by Ami Jones at aible HR Services. 1. Santa’s elves work a standard Mon-Fri working week in the run-up to Christmas. What is the minimum number of paid leave days that Santa’s elves are entitled to per year? A. 25 days B. …
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Initially introduced in 2014, the UK government has announced plans to update the way in which employees can request more flexible working options from their employer, including the right to request flexible working from day one of employment. Continue reading to learn about the government’s response to a consultation regarding flexible working requests, the full …
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As a small business owner, we’re sure that you want to do all that you can to reward your employees for their hard work without breaking the bank. Offering rewards and incentives to your employees can be a great way to show your appreciation for their continued hard work and dedication. While financial incentives are …
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To mark International Stress Awareness week this week, I wanted to create a guide for small business owners to aid them in preventing stress and supporting their employees through difficult times. It can be easy to forget that employees dedicate a significant proportion of their lives to their work, and to neglect the impact that …
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On October 1st 2022, the rules surrounding Right to Work checks in the UK were updated as adjustments made during the pandemic of 2020 came to an end in September 2022. The initial adjustments, made in March 2020, provided a level of leeway for employers in reflection of the hybrid and remote working patterns that …
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On Saturday, following the passing of his mother HRH Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III signed the proclamation and approved the day of the late Queen’s funeral as a national bank holiday for the UK marking the end of the official mourning period across the nation. The funeral, due to be held at Westminster Abbey …
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The Met Office predicts that this July (2022) the UK could experience the hottest day it has ever seen– as the current forecasts are already very close to the highest temperature ever recorded in the UK of 38.7C (101.6F). The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has announced a level three heat-health alert and although there is …
