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Summary of Employment Rights Bill November 2024
Summary of Employment Rights Bill Assessment by the Regulatory Policy Committee The Regulatory Policy Committee (RPC) has recently released a critical evaluation of the impact assessments (IAs)...
Risk Assessments for Staff Christmas Parties: Ensuring a Safe and Enjoyable Celebration
Risk Assessments for Staff Christmas Parties: Ensuring a Safe and Enjoyable Celebration The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, and many employers choose to host a staff Christmas...
Maximising Year-End Reviews
Maximising Year-End Reviews As the calendar year comes to a close, December offers a prime opportunity for small business owners to conduct year-end reviews and summarise the achievements of the...
We Listen
We Listen HR can often feel like a whirlwind of regulations, paperwork, and ever-changing employee dynamics. At Tick HR Solutions, we get it. We understand that your needs are unique and that...
Tick HR Solutions Wins Tender with Tonwood Home Hardware.
Tick HR Solutions Wins Tender with Tonwood Home Hardware. We are thrilled to announce that Tick HR Solutions has officially secured a contract with Tonwood Home Hardware, a renowned hardware shop...
Understanding Neurodivergence: How Employers Can Foster Inclusivity
Understanding Neurodivergence: How Employers Can Foster Inclusivity The term "neurodivergent" was introduced by sociologist Judy Singer in 1997. Singer defined neurodiversity as the broad spectrum...
Small Business Saturday in the UK
Small Business Saturday in the UK: Celebrating Local Enterprise and Community Spirit Small Business Saturday is an annual event that takes place on the first Saturday of December across the UK....
World Hello Day
World Hello Day Every year on November 21, people across the globe observe World Hello Day, a unique celebration that underscores the importance of personal communication in encouraging peace and...
Jewellery Technician Loses Discrimination Claim
Jewellery Technician Loses Discrimination Claim In a recent tribunal decision, a jewellery technician named Malgorzata Kopec has lost her discrimination claim following her dismissal for bullying...
Addressing Alcohol Misuse in the Workplace
Addressing Alcohol Misuse in the Workplace Alcohol misuse can have a profound impact on employee health, job performance, and workplace safety. Despite its significant effects, many employers find...
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UK Experiments with Flexible Work Models vs. Greece’s Extended Workweek
UK Experiments with Flexible Work Models vs. Greece's Extended Workweek The UK Paves the Way for Flexible Work: The UK is embarking on a groundbreaking pilot project exploring various flexible...
Overcoming the Micromanagement Trap
Overcoming the Micromanagement Trap Understanding the Micromanagement Mindset Micromanagement is a common, yet counterproductive leadership style characterised by a manager's excessive...
Impact of Stress and Burnout on Businesses in 2024
Impact of Stress and Burnout on Businesses in 2024 A significant 80% of risk management experts foresee stress and burnout having a major impact on businesses and employees this year. The Risk...
Frustrations with large national HR companies.
Many businesses have experienced frustrations with large national HR companies that promise comprehensive solutions but often fall short in practice. Have you? If you've worked with such a...
Is workplace ‘banter’ becoming a problem?
Is workplace ‘banter’ becoming a problem? Part of the fun working in an office is joking around with our colleagues. I mean, why not have a little fun? you maybe haven’t seen them face to face in...
Overlooking Older Employees for Workplace Training
Overlooking Older Employees for Workplace Training Overlooking Older Employees for Workplace Training One in three UK employees are over the age of 50 are being denied opportunities to upskill...
What is Effective Communication?
What is Effective Communication? Effective communication is essential for conveying information and ensuring that it is received and understood by the intended audience. It involves various types...
Religion at work: discrimination is commonplace
Religion at work: discrimination is commonplace. A recent study conducted by business psychology consultancy Pearn Kandola has shed light on the prevalence of discrimination against religious...
The protected characteristics explained.
The protected characteristics explained. The Equality Act 2010 identifies nine characteristics as "protected characteristics," which are subject to significant discrimination in areas such as...
Managing Summer Holiday Requests
Managing Summer Holiday Requests The holiday season, while filled with joy, can present challenges for employers and HR teams who need to manage employee time-off requests. Balancing business...
The Decline in Employee Training Spending
The Decline in Employee Training Spending: A Short-Sighted Approach Recent findings from the New Economics Foundation (NEF) have revealed a significant 20% decline in overall business spending on...
My dedication to Human Resources
My dedication to Human Resources Well this came as a bit of a surprise last week! CIPD My dedication to the field was recognised with the prestigious 20-year CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel...