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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 ...

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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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What is shortlisting?

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A happy man in an apron smiles while holding a cup, representing a business owner thriving with flexible work hours.

Staggered hours

Staggered hours are one flexible working option that when used well, can completely change the way your team works. ...

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The benefits of using a clocking in app

The working hours of your staff quite literally keep your business ‘ticking over’. If your staff are consistently early or late, it can have a ...

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Employers guide to using compressed hours

Flexible working comes in many forms, and compressed hours is one of the lesser-known—but highly effective—options. If you’re looking to boost ...

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How smart meters can help businesses cut down

In partnership with Smart Energy GB, we uncover everything you need to know about commercial smart meters . So, you can begin your journey towards ...

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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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A woman in a hard hat uses a tablet to assess workplace exposure limits in a safety-focused setting.

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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Female business owner creating an absence management policy at a desk with laptop, smiling.

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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