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Reforms in Employment Law UK - Preparing Employers for 2025 and 2026 Significant reforms in employment law in the UK are on the horizon for 2025 and 2026, and they’ll transform how employers manage worker rights and responsibilities. These aren’t minor tweaks; they’re substantial shifts [...]

The four-day workweek is gaining global momentum as businesses and governments explore more flexible work models. Countries like Iceland, Belgium, and the UK have trialed shorter workweeks, yielding positive results, such as higher productivity, improved work-life balance, and reduced employee burnout. Companies like Microsoft Japan [...]

Employees in the UK have a legal right to request remote or flexible work arrangements. Since 6 April 2024 employees have a day one right to make a request. Employers are legally required to consider these requests fairly and respond within two months. Flexible working [...]

Workplace bullying and harassment present significant challenges to both employees and employers, impacting morale, productivity, and legal compliance. Addressing these issues is critical to creating a respectful and equitable workplace while safeguarding against costly claims and reputational damage. Bullying refers to offensive, intimidating, or malicious [...]

Significant changes will reshape employment law practices in 2025. This includes expected legislation to expand the rights for flexible working, adjustments to unfair dismissal rules, and new legislation under the Labour government. These updates will impact businesses of all sizes, requiring proactive strategies to maintain [...]

The Labour Employment Rights Bill introduces sweeping changes that will reshape how businesses manage their workforce and comply with employment law. With its focus on enhancing employee protections and fostering fair practices, this legislation is poised to impact industries across the UK. Business owners must [...]

From October 2024, UK employers will have a legal duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, marking a significant shift in workplace protections. This change, introduced through the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill, places proactive responsibilities on employers to ensure their [...]

Designing effective employee surveys is crucial for capturing insights that drive organisational growth. This guide explores why surveys matter, the key questions to include, best practices for design, and how to analyse results. We'll delve into common mistakes to avoid and how HR Team can [...]

Workforce planning aligns your team's talents with your company's goals, ensuring you have the right people in the right roles at the right time. For businesses operating across Northern Ireland (NI), the United Kingdom (UK), and the Republic of Ireland (ROI), this strategy becomes even [...]

Attracting top talent in today’s competitive job market requires innovative approaches. Traditional methods are no longer enough. This article explores cutting-edge talent acquisition techniques, emphasising AI, social media, and other modern strategies like gamification, employer branding and workplace flexibility. These methods enable businesses to secure [...]

Employee engagement is a cornerstone of organisational success. These ten Employee Engagement Strategies include personalised development plans that align employee goals with business objectives, flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance, and holistic wellness programs that help with physical, mental, and emotional health. By implementing [...]

In the dynamic arena of employment law, tribunal hearings are essential for resolving disputes between employers and employees. As Northern Ireland's premier HR consultancy service, HR Team is committed to empowering organisations with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate tribunal hearings effectively.   Understanding [...]