HR News & Blog - Human Capital Department

25/09/25

Will the Real Living Wage Increase again in October [2025]?

The Real Living Wage [Currently £12.60 & £13.85 in London] and is likely to increase in October 25. This is different to the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage. Confused? Read on...

08/09/25

New Employment Rights Bill - Gruelling News for SMEs?

Changes to Employment Rights maybe be the nail in the coffin for Employment Tribunals unable to cope with the volume of claims.

01/08/25

Dismissal within Probationary Period more likely under new Employment Bill

The early weeks and months in a job will be used to closely assess new employees as a result of new employment rights

27/05/25

Why Performance Management is vital to SME Business Success:

Performance management is a process aimed at developing employees, so that people perform their job to the standards required and give of their best.

18/11/24

Preventing Sexual Harrassment at Work

The Worker Protection [Amendment of Equality Act 2010] 2023 requires employers to take reasonable steps to prevent inappropriate behaviour. An 8-Step Plan guidance for employers is available from Equality & Human Rights Commission.

08/09/24

Employment Tribunal Claims increasing

Having Employment Protection Insurance to protect firms against claims from disaffected employees is sensible and it makes financial sense to protect the business.