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Does a driving ban mean dismissal?

One of your employees has just been banned from driving after committing a criminal offence. Does a driving ban mean dismissal?

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Monitoring Employee Communications, Where’s The Line?

The European Court of Human Rights recently ruled that an employer had not breached human rights law when monitoring employee communications.

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Employers Will Have To Pay Commission As Part Of Holiday Pay

case law has determined that commission should be paid as part of holiday pay. read the circumstances here and don't get caught out

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Why you need to bother with probationary periods

you go to great lengths to employ someone so after all that resource input we look at Why you need to bother with probationary periods

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The New National Living Wage

The New National Living Wage came into force on 1 April 2016. What do you need to know to keep compliant and protect your business?

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The 2016 to 2017 Statutory Rates

2016 to 2017 Statutory Rates. Statutory parental payments & sick pay are usually increased annually. There’s some good news for employers. MAD-HR explores.

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9 Tips to Improve Your Confidence When Communicating

In business, as in life, poor communication can have many negative consequences. Follow these 9 tips to improve your confidence when communicating.

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Big Employment Law Issues For Smaller Employers in 2016

If you are a SME, you will now that there are a number of big employment law issues for Smaller Employers. Here's what to watch out for in 2016.

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How to avoid disability discrimination in recruitment

Managing redeployment of staff alongside health issues can present issues. Here are our expert HR tips on avoiding disability discrimination in recruitment.

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What you need to know about name blind recruitment

Government drives support for 'name blind' recruitment to improve rejection rates and encourages hiring from a pool of anonymous candidates.

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Managing employees’ social media use during sickness

An absent employee has posted photos on social media and appears to be well. Here's tips on managing employees' social media use during sickness

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Managing employees who choose not to take leave

Some employees don’t take their full entitlement to annual leave. We share advice on how to manage employees who choose not to take leave.

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Modern Slavery Act 2015 – What are the implications?

Modern Slavery Act 2015 - What are the implications for my business? From 1 October 2015 some employers must publish a slavery and trafficking statement

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HR support: 10 ways it can benefit your business

HR support - Companies can struggle with the management of their HR. Here are 10 reasons why companies may need HR support.

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Calculating Redundancy Payment In Lieu Of Notice

If an employee is dismissed with a redundancy payment in lieu of notice the employer should take these steps to calculate the payment.

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Grand-parental Leave: the Next Big Thing?

Grandparents will be able to take shared parental leave under plans announced at the Conservative Party conference.

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Directors Face Criminal Proceedings For Failing to Comply

Directors are accountable for business decisions including those affecting employment law. An example of case law where Directors Face Criminal Proceedings

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Choose the Right HR Company for Your Small Business

You created your business, now you need to choose the right HR company for your small business so you can grow it and thrive!

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Could You Be Breaching The NMW and Not Know It?

The national minimum wage (NMW) involves more than flat rates of pay. keep up to date with the law and protect your business

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Handling Negative Online Reviews from Former Employees

when a former employee decides to provide an online review of your business which is less than positive how should you handle this

National Wage Increase April 2024: Changes, Implications and Adaptations

From the 1st of April 2024, national minimum wage rates are rising, and the national living wage threshold has been reduced.

MAD-HR Director Carole Burman joins The Consortium

We are thrilled to share that our Managing Director, Carole Burman has joined The Consortium as an Associate. 

Shining the Spotlight on Neurodiversity in the Workplace

Neurodiversity in the Workplace – Enabling leaders to see neurodivergence as a business advantage.

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