How to discipline an employee for poor performance
Dealing with underperforming employees is arguably the least favourite responsibility of a manager and, therefore, it is often avoided for too long. Not only can it be unpleasant, but it […] more»
Employment
How to handle nepotism in the workplace
Nepotism is a nasty environment and a tough one to deal with. Having an executive abusing their power in any form leaves a bad taste in employees’ mouths. Unfairly favouring […] more»
IR35 review: What can freelancers and businesses expect?
As of April 6, 2020, stricter measures to combat tax avoidance for freelancers will come into force in the UK. The new IR35 rules mean the country's medium to large businesses are responsible for setting the tax status of all their contractors. more»
Quick advice on dealing with an underperforming employee in the workplace
Understanding your legal rights as an employer when dealing with a member of staff who just isn't pulling their weight is one of the less palatable aspects of business leadership. Not only is it an awkward, and confrontational thing to do, employers are aware that they don't want to face any damaging legal action from the employee either. more»
Employment status Why do I need to know the difference?
As a business owner, it is important that you are familiar with the differences between the main categories of employment as this will help determine your obligations. more»
Employment rate at record high as 427, 000 join UK workforce last year
Official figures out today show that the employment rate is at 75.4 per cent up 0.8 percentage points from 74.6 per cent a year ago and the highest since recordsbegan. more»
Hull named as Britain’s most enterprising place in 2017
The city of Hull has been named the most enterprising? city in the country at the Enterprising Britain Awards, because of its successful four-year programme to help local businesses to grow. more»
Decline in retail jobs driven by automation and rising employment costs
Full-time employment in Britain's retail sector dropped by 3.3 per cent in the last 12 months, according to new research, as experts attribute rising hiring costs and technology to the decline in jobs. more»
The downsides of insecure employment: Why employers should commit to good work
Alan Price, employment law and HR director at Peninsula, reflects on recent developments in the flexible economy and makes the case against insecure employment within small companies. more»
Students set to reject corporate world and target graduate jobs at micro companies
Britain's smaller employers could gain a head start in recruiting university talent this summer, after new research revealed students were more likely to seek out graduate jobs at smaller companies than large firms. more»
