Flexible Working Requests: What Employers Can and Can’t Say No To

If an employee asks to change their hours, work from home, or compress their week into four days, you may be familiar with the…

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HR Support Packages: Ad Hoc vs Retainer, and What It Actually Costs

If you have ever found yourself Googling an employment law question at 10pm after a difficult conversation with an employee, you already understand the…

August 17, 2026

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How Much Bereavement Leave Is an Employee Entitled to in the UK?

An employee comes to you and says their father has died. What happens next? If you are like most business owners, you will want…

August 10, 2026

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How to Handle Employee Grievances Before They Escalate

Every business hits this moment eventually. An employee knocks on your door, or sends that carefully worded email, and suddenly you’re dealing with a…

July 8, 2026

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Probation and Unfair Dismissal Rights: What the Employment Rights Act 2025 Means for Your Business

From 1 January 2027, the qualifying period for ordinary unfair dismissal protection in the UK will drop from two years to just six months….

July 8, 2026

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What HR policies does a small business legally need in the UK?

This is one of the most common questions small business owners ask, and the answer has two layers. There are policies you are legally…

June 8, 2026

HR Articles

HR Retainer Pricing and Packages: What Does an HR Retainer Cost?

A plain-English guide for UK small business owners considering outsourced HR support If you have ever Googled ‘do I need HR support’ at 10pm…

May 26, 2026

HR Articles

What Should I Look for When Choosing an Outsourced HR Company?

A practical guide for UK small business owners and SME leaders Running a business means you are already juggling operations, customers, finance, and growth….

May 26, 2026

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Right to Work Checks: What Employers Must Do to Stay Compliant

A practical guide for UK employers on your legal obligations, the documents you must accept, and how to protect your business from civil penalties…

May 6, 2026

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The ACAS Code of Practice: Disciplinary & Grievance Procedures Explained

Handling employee concerns or misconduct is never easy. But if your disciplinary and grievance procedures aren’t aligned with the guidelines set by the Advisory,…

March 25, 2026

HR Articles

Are Your Employment Contracts Up to Date? Key Risks for UK Employers

Employment contracts aren’t the most exciting read, but they’re one of the most powerful tools you have as an employer. When contracts fall behind…

February 12, 2026

HR Articles

Is Your Business HR Compliant? Why You Need a HR Risk Audit

Running a business is challenging enough without the added worry of whether your HR practices are legally compliant and fit for purpose. Employment law,…

January 14, 2026

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New Hire? Use This Induction Checklist to Get It Right Every Time

Bringing a new employee on board is exciting, but without a structured induction process, even the most talented hires can struggle to settle in….

December 2, 2025

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Exiting Employees the Right Way: How to Handle Leavers and Settlement Agreements Professionally

Employee exits are a natural part of any business cycle, but how you manage them can make all the difference. Whether an employee is…

October 28, 2025

HR Articles

What Should Be in a New Employee Starter Form? A Complete HR Checklist

Updated 04.08.26 Bringing a new employee on board is always exciting, but it can also be a paperwork minefield. From payroll details to emergency…

October 28, 2025

Business Support

How to Create a Clear Holidays and Absence Policy That Works

Managing staff holidays and absences can be one of the trickiest challenges for any organisation. Without a clear policy, misunderstandings can arise, workloads can…

September 11, 2025

Business Support, HR Articles

Dealing with Frequent Absences? How to Manage Short-Term Sickness Legally and Fairly

Updated 10.08.2026 Short-term sickness is one of the most common HR headaches for small businesses, and one of the easiest to get legally wrong….

August 19, 2025

HR Articles

Fostering a respectful workplace: Strategies to eliminate bullying and harassment

As a leader or manager within an organisation, can you honestly, hand on heart say your workplace is a safe place to work free…

November 1, 2023

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Informal Resolution & Mediation – Webinar

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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

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Men’s mental heath in the workplace

Our clients ask us all the time about what we can do to support Men in the workplace. It’s not just about paying lip-service…

October 30, 2023

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Does physical appearance at work matter?

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October 23, 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

HR Articles

Baby Loss Awareness Week

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September 28, 2023

Flexible Working Requests: What Employers Can and Can’t Say No To

HR Support Packages: Ad Hoc vs Retainer, and What It Actually Costs

How Much Bereavement Leave Is an Employee Entitled to in the UK?

How to Handle Employee Grievances Before They Escalate

Probation and Unfair Dismissal Rights: What the Employment Rights Act 2025 Means for Your Business

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Flexible Working Requests: What Employers Can and Can’t Say No To

HR Support Packages: Ad Hoc vs Retainer, and What It Actually Costs

How Much Bereavement Leave Is an Employee Entitled to in the UK?

How to Handle Employee Grievances Before They Escalate

Probation and Unfair Dismissal Rights: What the Employment Rights Act 2025 Means for Your Business

What HR policies does a small business legally need in the UK?

HR Retainer Pricing and Packages: What Does an HR Retainer Cost?

What Should I Look for When Choosing an Outsourced HR Company?

Right to Work Checks: What Employers Must Do to Stay Compliant

The ACAS Code of Practice: Disciplinary & Grievance Procedures Explained

Are Your Employment Contracts Up to Date? Key Risks for UK Employers

Is Your Business HR Compliant? Why You Need a HR Risk Audit

New Hire? Use This Induction Checklist to Get It Right Every Time

Exiting Employees the Right Way: How to Handle Leavers and Settlement Agreements Professionally

What Should Be in a New Employee Starter Form? A Complete HR Checklist

How to Create a Clear Holidays and Absence Policy That Works

Dealing with Frequent Absences? How to Manage Short-Term Sickness Legally and Fairly

Fostering a respectful workplace: Strategies to eliminate bullying and harassment

Informal Resolution & Mediation – Webinar

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

Men’s mental heath in the workplace

Does physical appearance at work matter?

Conducting One2ones and Appraisals – Webinar

Baby Loss Awareness Week

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