Fail to prepare, prepare to fail: Getting ready for the latest key changes on sexual harassment and third-party harassment

As part of the suite of changes introduced under the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025, October 2026 sees two key changes in harassment legislation. The first is the requirement on employers to comply with enhanced duties regarding sexual…

When ChatGPT and TikTok join the grievance process

Imagine being dismissed from your job - do you call a solicitor or do you open TikTok to find out whether you have a claim? For many people, including some of your employees, the latter option is the obvious choice. Social media has become…

Changes to unfair dismissal: what you need to know to stay ahead

One of the widely anticipated changes being introduced under the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2025, are the reforms to unfair dismissal laws. Effective from 1 January 2027, these changes mark a significant shift in the employment landscape.…

Mediation: the importance of doing it right!

In a recent survey by ACAS, 33% of Britain’s workplaces do not have staff with the necessary mediation skills to resolve a workplace conflict, rising to 40% among SMEs. This is against a backdrop of a rise in workplace conflict. Previous…

Bethan Arora joins Narrow Quay HR as Associate HR Consultant

We’re delighted to announce the further growth of the Narrow Quay HR team, with Bethan Arora joining as Associate HR Consultant. Bethan brings strong hands-on experience in the education and commercial sectors, supporting the work that Narrow…

Red cards, late starts & lost hours: World Cup workforce survival

It’s that time of year again – the World Cup is upon us, bringing excitement and camaraderie for many, and for employers, a few potential challenges. As the UK embraces its love of big sporting events, organisations can notice a shift in…

Employee volunteering: why it belongs in your people strategy

Employee volunteering has long been tucked neatly under the umbrella of corporate social responsibility (CSR) as a “nice to have”, a reputational boost, a way to show the organisation cares. But that framing undersells its real strategic…
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The “QuitTok” effect: a wake-up call for today’s workplace

A growing TikTok trend known as “QuitTok” is giving employees a public platform to announce resignations, document workplace frustrations, and share candid stories about why they have chosen to leave their jobs. While dramatic resignation…

Managing probation periods effectively

Probation periods are a crucial element of the employment lifecycle - they can help identify strengths, address weaknesses, and ultimately determine whether the recruitment decision was successful. But let's be honest, for many organisations…

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