Robust Line Management Versus Bullying - How Far Is Too Far?

Robust Line Management Versus Bullying – How Far Is Too Far?

We review this age old debate in light of the recent media interest in the Dominic Raab investigation and findings. As HR professionals, we understand that maintaining a positive workplace culture is essential for the success of any organisation.…
Are You Up to Speed with the Changes to Statutory Payments for Your Employees (Updated in April 2023)?

Are You Up to Speed with the Changes to Statutory Payments for Your Employees (Updated in April 2023)?

This year's statutory pay increases represent between a 9% and 10.1% increase from 22/23 as an effort to soften the blow of the rising costs of living on employees. It's the time of year that the Government updates statutory payments for…
Celebrating Mental Health Awareness

Celebrating Mental Health Awareness

This week we are celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week. With sickness rates at a record high and cases of mental health absence on the rise, what does it mean for employers? What is Mental Health Awareness Week? It's an annual event…
The 'Ticket of Trust' - The End of the Formal Employment Contract?

The ‘Ticket of Trust’ – The End of the Formal Employment Contract?

Employees have a right to a written statement of particulars on or before their first day of employment. There is a very specific list of elements that this must contain, with ACAS providing clarity for employers on best practice. How Flexible…
hybrid-working

Is Hybrid Working Here to Stay?

Recent headlines suggest that there may be a 'big return to the office', whilst others promote the success of flexible working schemes, such as the successful outcome of the four day working week trial. Since the pandemic there have been…
international-womens-day

International Women’s Day and Beyond – Champion Equity All Year Round

Having celebrated International Women's Day (IWD) on 8 March, we want to consider how employers maintain momentum and have a continuous focus on equity, diversity and inclusion all year round. Not Just a One-Off Event Whilst IWD has become…
Fire-and-rehire

Fire and Re-Hire: What’s All the Fuss About?

A Contract of Employment ensures both the employer and employee understand the expectations of the employment relationship. The terms are clear, set out in black and white. But what happens if an employer wants to change their employees' contractual…

NQHR Club – Mediation

Tune in to our free virtual HR club webinar – Mediation In this session of the Narrow Quay HR Club we will talk about mediation. We’ve now got two accredited mediators at Narrow Quay HR and they will discuss what mediation is and what…

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