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Leave and absence
The unpredictability of staff absence can make it a challenging HR task—and a costly one. The average UK worker is absent almost seven days annually, costing employers an average of £554 in sick pay. Yet although 87% of organisations collect ...
Sick Leave
It’s a fact of life that sometimes people get sick. Even with taking every precaution, there’s a risk of illness. When that happens, and an employee needs time off, your business needs to be prepared. Any loss of resource can mean reduced ...
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Data Protection Act (2018)
In an increasingly digital world conversations surrounding the use of personal data have never been more prevalent.Meaning businesses have a greater ...
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Payslips - everything an employer needs to know
As an employer, payslips are an essential element of your payroll process and not only is it your responsibility to ensure they are distributed to ...
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How to keep your payroll data secure
When it comes to keeping data safe and secure, never has it been more important to consider the risks associated with online payroll. With a world of ...
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Understanding WELs for COSHH
If your workplace involves handling hazardous substances , you’ve probably heard of COSHH. But have you come across Workplace Exposure Limits? ...
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Coaching and mentoring in the workplace
If you want to build a team that’s engaged, skilled, and ready to grow with your business, coaching and mentoring should be a key part of your ...
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Understanding career progression for your employees
For many small to medium sized business owners, hiring great people is only half the battle. Keeping them engaged and motivated is just as crucial. ...
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Does your small business need payroll software?
As a small business owner, you have a thousand things on your plate not just payroll. If these aspects of running a business are becoming ...
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How to create an absence management policy
Managing employee absence can be a tricky balance. On one hand, you want to support your team when they’re unwell or facing personal challenges. On ...
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Why do small businesses need HR?
As a small business owner, you might be thinking, "HR? Thats for large businesses with thousands of employees, right?" Wrong. Small businesses need ...
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Types of HR Software
It’s common to hear acronyms like HRIS, HRMS and HCM when browsing for HR software and you may wonder if there are any differences between them, and ...
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What is HR Software?
Managing a massive team of people isn’t straightforward. It’s something businesses have to dedicate enormous resources to achieving, including whole ...
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Manual vs Managed Payroll Differences
Managing payroll is a critical factor for all businesses. After all, employees keep your business running, so they must be paid accurately and ...
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