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‘Compressed hours’ | Workers could gain right to demand a four-day week: What HR needs to know
Employees could be entitled to a four-day workweek sooner than expected, under new rights set to be granted...
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General Election | Reform UK pledges to scrap employment laws & Equality Act
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched the party's manifesto, setting out the proposed changes...
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Untangling legislation | As Vaping dominates the world, what does HR need to know about the legalities?
As vaping becomes an increasingly popular alternative to traditional smoking, the workplace dynamic,...
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Equality Act | Dual discrimination - what is it, and should employers be concerned?
Labour has proposed introducing protections for those who face 'dual discrimination'. But what is...
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High achievers | Drinking and doing drugs at work - does it matter if employees perform?
In a Guardian column, Gene Marks, an author and founder of management services firm the Marks Group PC,...
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McKinsey & 'Go' | The consulting firm pays staff to look for another job - is it worth the risk?
In a bid to streamline the company in a “caring and supportive way” McKinsey & Co is not only offering...
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2024 inquiry | Sexual misconduct more prominent on work trips - what should HR do?
In 2023, the government launched an inquiry into sexism and misogyny within London financial firms after...
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Employment Law | As Gov mulls reintroducing tribunal fees, how will the plans impact HR?
HR experts react to the Government's consultation on reintroducing fees for employment tribunals, and...
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Sabotage & betrayal | Employee fraud likely to rise in 2024 - how can you prevent it?
Over the past year, we have seen numerous stories of employees sabotaging their employer. Whether it's...
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'Overworking' | More employees are secretly working two jobs, should you be concerned?
This article talks about employment law, and the gig economy.
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ICO warning | Firms urged to consider law & workers' rights before monitoring employees
This feature explores new guidance for employers on the legal and ethical issues surrounding the monitoring...
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Crossing the line | HR expert on the lessons from Spain's World Cup kissing scandal
The feature explores issues of sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct in the workplace. It also...
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Hybrid headaches | 42% of managers don't know their company's flexible working policy. Do you?
42% of HR managers are not tracking their flexible or hybrid working policies according to new resea...
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Big Brother bosses | Employee surveillance under the microscope after recent controversies
With stories about employers tracking their staff becoming more frequent, HR finds itself in an ethical...
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Man Utd & Mason Greenwood | Lawyer outlines Man Utd's legal position as decision due on striker's future
In this article touches on the legal issues HR may face if an employee is facing criminal charges, or...
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Good news for SMEs | Six key points from the Government's 'health in the workplace' plans
The new plans, designed to increase uptake of Occupational Health provision, keep people in work and...
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Brexit & talent | Navigating the changeable post-Brexit work regulations
As the dust continues to settle on the post-Brexit working landscape, HR professionals find themselves...
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'Draconian' | Strike-breaking plans ruled unlawful - what's the implication for HR?
Firms could face 'unprecedented disruption' after the High Court thwarted Government plans to let firms...
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Harassment or free speech? | Recent legal battles highlight need for urgent workplace D&I training
Recent legal cases have highlighted the complexities surrounding conflicting views and the imperative...
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UK heatwave | Looking after your staff when the mercury rises
A heatwave might sound like heaven for many, but for employers, it's a serious matter...
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