The traitors at work: Building trust and navigating workplace deception

Inspired by the intrigue and drama of the popular show 'The Traitors', this article explores the dynamics of trust, deception, and collaboration within the workplace. HR professionals play a pivotal role in fostering a culture of trust and…

How Narrow Quay HR can support Healthcare Providers

Narrow Quay HR: Tailored HR support for healthcare providers, including pragmatic and cost-effective advice on employment matters, contract and policy review, training, workplace mediation, leadership development, and more. Healthcare Providers…

Employment Rights Bill – Getting ready for the changes

The last few months have seen much back and forth between the House of Lords and House of Commons regarding the long awaited Employment Rights Bill. It is expected that the House of Lords will consider the latest draft of the Bill on 28 October…

Movember – Riding the cobbles.

I recently did a cycling trip to Northern France and Belgium and spent quite a bit of my time riding on the cobbled 'secteurs' which are rough sections of road. Those secteurs are very dear to the hearts of a lot of cycling fans, like me, because…

Disability History Month – Supporting Disabled People in the Workplace

Each year, Disability History Month provides an important opportunity for employers to reflect on how inclusive their workplaces truly are - and how much more can be done to ensure that disabled people can access, thrive, and progress in employment.…

Handling difficult conversations: How line managers can move things forward with kindness and clarity

Difficult conversations are part and parcel of managing people - whether it's enforcing adherence to organisational policies or dealing with poor performance, it's the well-trodden, familiar path for many managers. But not all of them feel…

Navigating neonatal care leave

In our March Spotlight article, we outlined the key updates for employers to be aware of regarding the Neonatal care leave legislation which went live from 1st April 2025. This included an overview of eligibility requirements, and explained…

Promoting Work-Life Balance: International Week of Happiness at Work and National Work Life Week

October sees two awareness campaigns - International Week of Happiness at Work and National Work Life Week - both of which run from 6–10 October. You could be forgiven for glossing over campaigns like these perhaps as you may not feel…

Keeping your team energised and engaged this summer: strategies for senior leaders

With the holiday season in full swing, warmer weather tempting people outdoors, and fewer staff physically present, it's not uncommon to see productivity and motivation wane. But with some thoughtful strategies, it is possible to keep your…

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