by TickHR2018 | Nov 1, 2024 | Employee Wellbeing, Good HR, HR
Understanding and Addressing Workplace Anxiety Research indicates that 60 percent of employees experience anxiety, according to *Caroline Evans. Stress, anxiety, and depression contribute to more than half of all work-related sickness absences. This not only affects...
by TickHR2018 | Oct 30, 2024 | Good HR, HR, Uncategorized
National Insurance Hike: A Mixed Bag for UK SMEs The recent rise in employer National Insurance contributions has sparked a wave of uncertainty among UK SMEs. While some welcome the increased Employment Allowance, others worry about the impact on hiring and wages....
by TickHR2018 | Oct 29, 2024 | Good HR, HR
WFH Staff Are Napping on the Job, Research Suggests New research reveals an unexpected trend: nearly 10% of Britons are taking naps during office hours. This habit, while perhaps beneficial for personal well-being, is leading to a significant loss in productivity,...
by TickHR2018 | Oct 29, 2024 | Employee Wellbeing, Good HR, HR
Working from Home vs Office – What the Evidence Tells Us As companies navigate the post-pandemic landscape, the debate over where desk-based employees work best has come to the forefront. Amazon’s recent decision to order its staff back to the office five...
by TickHR2018 | Oct 25, 2024 | Bad HR, Employee Wellbeing, Employment Law, Good HR, HR
UK Employers Face Tougher Rules on Sexual Harassment From October 26th, 2024, the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill will significantly strengthen protections for workers against sexual harassment. This new legislation places a duty on employers...