
Hearings and Public Sector Employee Investigations
Employee investigations and hearings are a regular challenge for HR professionals in the public sector.
These activities form a core element of our HR Consultancy practice.
To begin we ensure we focus on our client as an individual,…

Barristers HR Services and Support
Barristers in need of HR services and support can rest assured they'll be well looked after by Narrow Quay HR, from our team operating from our offices in Bristol, London and Birmingham. Barristers HR solutions are our focus.
We provide access…

How to Manage Employee Underperformance
How to effectively manage employee underperformance is a key skill in a manager and team leader’s repertoire.
This article is designed as a general guide for how to begin approaching this sensitive subject. It is not a replacement for professional…

How To Improve Employee Engagement
How to improve employee engagement should be a real focus in the work of leaders, managers, team heads and of course HR professionalsHow to improve employee engagement should be a real focus in the work of leaders, managers, team heads and of…

Acas New Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination Guidance
Acas has published guidance for employers on how to prevent pregnancy and maternity discrimination at work. Several measures are recommended, including:
• Developing a policy that outlines the responsibilities…

HR Support for Healthcare Practices
You have found a consultancy who provide dedicated HR support for Healthcare Practices.
From helping you to manage your current employees, assessing your workforce levels, or recruiting staff to support the growth of your practice, Narrow Quay…

Autumn Budget 2017 : Key Points For Employers
The Autumn Budget 2017 has highlighted a number of key points that Employers need to consider for their organisations and people.
Wages
The Government has confirmed that it has accepted the recommendations of the Low Pay Commission (LPC)…

The Rise of the Gig Economy and the Impact on HR Practice
The Gig Economy is a labour market characterised by the prevalence of short-term contracts and freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs. A Gig is a job that is temporary or has an uncertain future.
The Taylor Review, published in July…

How To Conduct Staff Appraisals
Staff appraisals and their link to pay can be one of a manager’s most challenging and contentious moments in their role.
Narrow Quay HR has a bespoke training designed as a package of services to help schools, businesses and health practices…