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Neonatal Care Leave
To support families with babies in neonatal care, the Government will be providing eligible parents with up to 12 weeks’ leave and pay, allowing parents to stay with their baby while in the hospital.With effect from the 6th of April 2025, the Neonatal Care...
Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment: Lessons from Big HittersYou would have to live in a cave to have not seen the significant increase in media stories on familiar names and sexual harassment allegations.Several well-known figures and corporations are under investigation...
Fire and Rehire
With the introduction of the statutory code of practice on dismissal and re-engagement, or “Fire and Re-hire” as it is more commonly known, Tribunals can increase protective awards by up to 25% for employers who fail to comply with the consultation...
How to deal with dishonesty
How to deal with dishonesty during the recruitment processIn the last few weeks, there have been questions about the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, and the information presented in her LinkedIn profile which has led to wider questions around...
NMW changes upcoming for April 2025
The National Minimum/Living Wage will increase on the 1st of April 2025The figures proposed by the Government follow the recommendations of the Low Pay Commission (LPC) and have taken into consideration the continued cost of living crisis and projected...
Mental health survey results
Mental health survey results and how employers can offer supportIn a recent survey conducted by ACAS, nine out of ten surveyed agreed that employers need to prioritise the mental health of their employees.However, it can be hard for employers to recognise...
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