May News 2026
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May News 2026
8th May 2026How much money are you spending on HR? Most business owners we speak to say they don’t have an HR budget. What they usually mean is that they don’t have a planned one. Because in reality, most businesses are already spending money on HR. They just don’t think of it in that way. It shows up reactively……
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Why being a fair employer protects your business
28th April 2026Treating employees differently is one of the fastest ways to end up in an employment tribunal. You are busy running a firm and making people decisions every day. Most of the time, you act on what feels reasonable in the moment. However, in employment law, fairness is not optional. It…
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Managing Workplace Disagreement – A Guide to Conflict and Mediation
21st April 2026In any busy workplace, people bring different perspectives, personalities, and ways of working to the table. While this variety is often a strength, it can sometimes lead to friction. If left unaddressed, minor disagreements can grow into deeper issues that impact productivity and morale. Instead of avoiding these moments, effective conflict…
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What the new Fair Work Agency means for your business
15th April 2026You might not have heard of the Fair Work Agency yet. It arrived as part of the Employment Rights Act in April. While there is not much information out there, we know it will change how you handle your legal requirements. Everything you need to know about the Fair Work Agency The Fair Work…
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Effective Employee Relations – A Guide to Your Workplace
18th March 2026Strong employee relations are the foundation of a successful business. The relationship between a business and its staff, often called employee relations, is the foundation of a healthy workplace. When these links are solid, people feel valued and safe. This leads to better work, higher output, and a more positive office…
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The employer’s guide to suspensions
18th March 2026Your questions answered Suspending someone is something most small businesses only deal with occasionally. It’s natural to feel unsure about when it’s appropriate, what the rules are and how to handle it in a way that protects everyone involved. Using the ACAS guide to suspensions during a work investigation, we demystify the process…
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How HR Software Makes Your Business More Efficient
18th March 2026Running a small business in involves handling a high volume of people admin that you likely never planned for. Issues such as holiday requests, lost documents, and missed onboarding steps can quickly pile up. Managers can forget deadlines due to work pressures , which stalls progress and pulls you away from your actual work. However, using the right…
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March News 2026
18th March 2026How an HR budget will save you money this year Most businesses say they don’t have an HR budget. What they usually mean is that they don’t have a planned one. In reality, most businesses are already spending money on HR. They just don’t think of it that way. HR costs tend to show up reactively. A…
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Can I fire someone for poor performance?
18th February 2026Poor performance is one of the hardest issues to deal with as a business owner. You rely on your team to keep things running and when someone is not delivering it affects productivity, morale and your own time too. It is natural to wonder whether you can let them go,…
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Is Hiring an Apprentice Actually Worth It?
10th February 2026A Guide for Small Businesses Hiring an apprentice is a common question for business owners, especially as we approach Scottish Apprenticeship week in early March. If you are trying to grow but recruitment feels expensive or slow, an apprentice can be one of the safest ways to build capacity in your business.…
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