Office summer parties: What you need to know
That time of year has come around again with brighter evenings and warmer weather, and alongside this comes the return of workplace summer parties. With many companies having to put their social events on hold during the pandemic, this summer could see the...
Managing Time Off – What employers can do during the summer
With lots of businesses facing demands from employees to enjoy time off during the summer, pragmatic and proactive advisors HR Caddy says employers need to take action. Although many employees will book time off for holidays well in advance, the school holidays and...
Employers should be understanding about travel chaos, says HR Caddy
Workers across the Midlands and beyond are finding it harder to get to work as a result of higher fuel prices and the current wave of rail strikes. Given the travel chaos, Sutton Coldfield-based specialists HR Caddy is calling on employers to support their employees...
How can you improve employee retention?
Following the pandemic, many employees have revaluated what they want from their jobs, which has led to a rise in people quitting their jobs. This so-called Great Resignation is far from over, with more than 6.5 million British workers planning to quit their jobs this...
Is it ever too hot to work?
With the sun out in full force as the UK experiences brief heatwaves, your employees may struggle to find the motivation to come to work, especially if the workplace does not have the infrastructure in place to combat the heat. To the dismay of some employees, there...
Statutory Paternity Pay and Leave: What you need to know
As Father’s Day approaches, it is a great time for employers to ensure they clearly understand their responsibilities regarding Statutory Paternity Pay and Leave. Employees may be eligible for Statutory Paternity Leave and Pay if they and their partner are:...
Can you force employees to take annual leave?
When it comes to annual leave, many employers often find themselves asking: can I make my employees take paid time off? The short answer is yes, but the long answer is a little more complex. Forcing your employees to take annual leave can be difficult, creating...
Pride Month: How to promote an inclusive workplace
According to a report by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 46 per cent of LGBTQ+ employees do not disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in the workplace. The reason for this is a fear of being judged, excluded, or isolated. So, what can employers do...