Business
9th May 2022 How to onboard successfully
Victoria Smith writes about the onboarding process and how to get it right. Onboarding is the term that is more recently used for welcoming new employees into a company and …
19th April 2022 Is it time you found your CHRO?
People matter. This means the way people are managed, matters too. MAD-HR takes a look at whether one of your key appointments could be that of a Chief HR Officer. …
31st March 2022 What are the statutory rates of pay and compensation limits from April 2022?
Please note the following changes to statutory rates with the respective effective dates: Category Pay rates from 1st April 2022 National Living Wage for employees and workers aged 23 and over …
24th January 2022 What impact could outsourcing to an HR expert have on your business?
Is 2022 the year you finally consider outsourcing HR? Here’s what you should know – and why it makes sense. For thousands of entrepreneurs, start-ups and growing businesses, the function …
10th January 2022 The extra bank holiday in the UK for 2022
The Government announced some time ago that it was granting an additional bank holiday in 2022, which will take place on Friday 3rd June to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee. …
26th November 2021 Top 10 benefits of a retained HR service
Whilst many businesses are continuing down the road to recovery following the Covid-19 outbreak, what the pandemic has provided is an opportunity for their HR provider to shine and to …
27th October 2021 The Autumn Budget 2021
The Autumn Budget 2021 was billed as a Budget for a new age and so here’s everything Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor announced today: Economic forecasts and fiscal rules The OBR …
23rd September 2021 Being a boss is all about persistent learning…Even when uncomfortable
What a water-cooler type conversation-starter the latest series of Undercover Boss turned out to be. If you’ve not had the pleasure of immersing yourself in this fly-on-the-wall content, you really …
11th August 2021 COP9: What to do when HMRC come calling
Chris George, Tax Manager at Scrutton Bland explains what happens in a tax investigation. HMRC has extensive powers to open investigations into the tax affairs of an individual or business. …
27th July 2021 The end of furlough is coming – are you ready?
The Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) – known as furlough – has acted as a lifeline to millions and runs until the end of September. More than 11.4 million …
9th April 2021 Signs you’re getting the best from your HR consultancy
Without a doubt, outsourcing your HR services to an experienced, trusted Human Resources consultancy can save both time and money. HR consultants can have a significant impact on your business …
17th March 2021 5 things we wish all employers knew about HR
As an owner or leader of a business, you have to wear many hats. Whilst HR is most certainly one of them, it can be tricky trying to navigate complicated …
4th March 2021 Little-known ways to boost your profits with HR
Following on from the Prime Minister’s announcement on Monday 22 February, many businesses are now gearing up for re-opening. This is the perfect time to take a moment and think …
3rd March 2021 Chancellors Budget – 3rd March 2021
Chancellor Rishi Sunak opened by detailing the pandemic’s economic impact and declared that his focus remains on protecting jobs, supporting businesses, and helping families. He shared data from the OBR, …
27th January 2021 The Business Lens Strategy: How HR can support your business’ growth
How can HR support business strategy? What are the unique needs required to develop or sustain a successful business? To find out, take a good long stare at your business …
7th December 2020 Employee Engagement – Why Bother?
The success of your business in the 21st Century depends on how engaged your employees are – this is even more acute in the current pandemic. Business owners need to …
1st December 2020 How to claim under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme?
CJRS Grant – Step By Step Guide on How to Make Your JRS Claim The Government have released further a step by step guide on how to make your CJRS …
30th September 2020 Does it really feel like Christmas?
Staff Party Planning during a pandemic For those involved in staff party planning they would normally be breathing a sigh of relief by the end of August for having completed, …
29th September 2020 Purple Tuesday Spotlight
Purple Tuesday Spotlight Purple Tuesday is about to celebrate its ninth birthday. Based in Norwich, with a team of thirteen, the software house supports a wide range sectors and industries. …
29th September 2020 Employee Overseas Travel
How to Manage Employee Overseas Travel During Covid-19 As part of the Government’s plan to reduce the rise of Coronavirus infections across the UK, we have seen a number of …
