After England’s magnificent 6-1 victory against Panama, this question will be on the lips of many working football fans and is only likely to become more persistent as the World Cup continues. Employers cannot simply ignore the tournament, so they might as well have a game plan to avoid potential … [Read more...]
Can You be Sacked for Having Tattoos?
One in five people in the UK has tattoos according to research carried out by the British Association of Dermatologists in 2012. With the popularity of tattoos further increasing since then (the number of television shows and online groups are a good indication of this) this statistic is likely to … [Read more...]
Engaging and inspiring leadership
Research shows how beneficial having an engaged workforce is to deliver business results and leadership is fundamental to making that happen. We have all worked for or with people who we admire, respect and look to emulate. During my early years starting out as a HR professional in the retail … [Read more...]
Changes to DSEAR from 1 June 2015
From June 2015 DSEAR also covers substances that are corrosive to metals and gases under pressure. It places a formal requirement on employers to assess the risks for substances if classified for these properties and put in place suitable control and mitigation measures. … [Read more...]