Why Outsourcing HR in 2025 is a Smart Move for Business Owners Many small business owners and entrepreneurs have managed their human resources (HR) tasks themselves or delegated them to friends and...
Bosses Could Sack Sick Staff Under Employment Rights Overhaul
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Lawyers Call for ‘Considerable Thought’ on Employment Rights
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Summary of Employment Rights Bill November 2024
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Risk Assessments for Staff Christmas Parties: Ensuring a Safe and Enjoyable Celebration
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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...
UK Employers Face Tougher Rules on Sexual Harassment
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New Law to Ensure Fair Distribution of Tips for Hospitality Workers
New Law to Ensure Fair Distribution of Tips for Hospitality Workers The UK government is introducing new legislation this year to protect the rights of hospitality workers and ensure they receive...