Unfortunately, we are now living through an unprecedented set of circumstances surrounding the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19). This presents numerous issues from a HR viewpoint, and obtaining accurate information is one of these challenges. There are many sources of information online in which some are useful and some not so useful as the media present […]
There has been considerable concern, and also extensive media coverage regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). ACAS have published some clear guidance which can be accessed via means of the following link; https://www.acas.org.uk/coronavirus If you need any further help do not hesitate to contact Atom HR.
The TV presenter Alastair Stewart has recently been in the news following his decision to resign from his position following a quote on social media. Such issues involving social media and employment continue to be common. Social media platforms are used both inside and outside the workplace. This provides challenges for employers and place an […]
On 31st December 2019 Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a substantial increase in both the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW). The increase in the NLW/NMW is substantial and equates to rise of 6.9% as from April 2020 in which some organisations may have not covered within their budget. More details on […]
The winter season is now upon us and also presents an employer a variety of issues to manage. Such challenges include adverse weather, winter illness Adverse weather What issues do you need to consider? Employees are not automatically entitled to pay if unable to get to work because of poor weather. Have a clear policy – […]