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How to Prepare for the Unfair Dismissal Changes: An Employer’s Checklist Before 1 January 2027

By Sandra Berns FCIPD, Managing Director, Centric HR What do I need to do to prepare for the new unfair dismissal changes? From 1…

November 11, 2026

General

Informal Resolution & Mediation – Webinar

Our next Bite-Size People Management Programme for Line Managers Webinar takes place on Wednesday 22nd November at 10am and focusses on Informal Resolution &…

November 1, 2023

General

Getting Out and About: Combining CSR with Teambuilding for Maximum Impact

As a manager and now business owner, I’ve always believed that a strong team is the backbone of any successful business or corporate organisation. …

October 31, 2023

Events, General

Conducting One2ones and Appraisals – Webinar

Our next Bite-Size People Management Programme for Line Managers Webinar takes place on Wednesday 25th October at 10am and focusses on Conducting One2ones and Appraisals….

September 28, 2023

General

Centric HR appointed as a partner to Staffordshire ‘Get Started and Grow’ Scheme

We are pleased to announce we have been appointed as a partner by Staffordshire County Council to their Get Started and Grow Scheme, providing…

September 14, 2023

General

The importance of having open discussions regarding Occupational Health advice

Following a fair process – A case study A recent Employment Tribunal case has highlighted the importance of being open and transparent with employees…

April 24, 2023

General, Centric HR News

Centric HR awarded ‘Best Website’ at Breathe Partners Conference

We are delighted to have been awarded ‘Best Website’ at the Breathe HR 2023 Partners Conference in London yesterday (23 March 2023). As a…

March 24, 2023

General

What are the benefits of occupational health and safety?

Occupational health and safety is a key feature to running any business successfully and should be prioritised by all businesses. In this blog, Centric…

July 19, 2022

HR Consultancy, General

What should be included in a HR compliance audit (and HR Risk Audit)?

HR compliance audits and HR risk audits help businesses review their policies, procedures and systems to improve efficiency and identify potential risks or areas…

March 31, 2022

General, HR Articles

HR Policy Review & Updates (UK Guide for Employers)

HR Policy Review Guide for UK Employers & SMEs Clear and well-managed HR policies are essential for any UK business. They provide structure, ensure…

March 28, 2022

General, HR News

National minimum wage increase – 1st April 2022

The National Living Wage (NLW) will rise to £9.50 from 1 April 2022. This represents an increase of 59 pence or 6.6%. The Low…

March 6, 2022

HR News, General

Returning to the office and employee reservations

More and more businesses are reviewing their working arrangements for employees, and we have seen a combination of full returns to the office, hybrid…

September 29, 2021

General, HR News

COVID-19 Vaccination status of employees

As more businesses return to the workplace a key topic that employers are asking is whether organisations can force employees to have COVID-19 vaccinations…

September 28, 2021