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Team of workers wearing PPE, highlighting the necessity of eye protection for safety at work.

The importance of eye protection at work

As an employer, the importance of eye protection for employees in the workplace cannot be overstated. Whether you own a construction company, ...

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Man reviews fire extinguishers with a clipboard in hand, focusing on ensuring fire safety standards at work.

Fire safety at work: Essential guide for UK employers

Many businesses need to pay more attention to fire safety. Making sure your workplace is prepared for the unexpected is crucial for protecting your ...

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Understanding the Employment Allocation of Tips Act 2023

As an employer in the UK, it’s essential to stay informed about legislation affecting your business and employees. One employment law that will have ...

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Women with a laptop and calculator conducting payrolling process,.

Unlocking payrolling benefits in kind for tax savings

Managing payroll and employee benefits can be complex, but theres an effective way to simplify the process while maximising tax efficiency—payrolling ...

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A guide to benefits in kind: What employers need to know

Offering attractive compensation packages is key to recruiting and retaining top talent. While salary is important, many employees place significant ...

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An injured person on the floor and another bringing them a first aid kit,  highlighting the importance of first aid readiness at work.

Guide to workplace first aid for UK employers

Ensuring a safe working environment isn’t just a legal obligation; it’s a demonstration of care for your workforce. Adequate first aid measures are ...

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Male employer disciplining an employee in an meeting room.

How to effectively discipline employees

Running a business comes with its challenges, and one that every employer faces at some point is how to effectively discipline staff. Discipline ...

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Five eggs with faces in a glass, symbolising individuality and the need to address discrimination in the workplace.

What is direct discrimination?

As a business owner in the UK, you know the importance of preventing direct discrimination. It’s not just a matter of protecting your employees and ...

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One woman shouting at another, who is cying, highlighting issues related to harassment.

Harassment at work

The seriousness of harassment at work cannot be overlooked. It not only dramatically affects the victims’ lives, but it can also lead to employment ...

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Two women seated at a table, conversing about disciplinary issues in a professional setting.

What is a disciplinary at work?

You work hard to make sure all your employees are happy and productive at work. But sometimes, an employees behaviour can throw a wrench in the whole ...

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Employees of various backgrounds engaged in a discussion in an office setting, addressing workplace religious discrimination issues.

Religious discrimination in the workplace

The UK government took a clear stand against religious discrimination with the introduction of the Employment Equality Regulations 2003. This was ...

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Man in a warehouse surrounded by boxes, demonstrating safe manual handling practices in the workplace.

What is manual handling in the workplace?

Employees of most businesses today have to deal with some kind of manual handling in the workplace. It doesn’t always have to involve heavy lifting, ...

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