November 1, 2023
Employees are the backbone of any business, playing a crucial role in its growth and stability. However, even the most dedicated team members can sometimes consider […]
October 3, 2023
Company pensions have always been at the forefront of corporate discussions, and with the recent governmental moves, it’s more crucial than ever to stay informed. With […]
October 2, 2023
In the modern business realm, efficiency, speed, and cost-effectiveness are not just buzzwords but essentials for sustaining growth and achieving competitive advantage. Managing a team, which […]
September 22, 2023
At enlightenHR, we believe that HR analytics can be incredibly insightful and beneficial to small businesses. They can assist business owners and Directors to make informed […]
September 11, 2023
In an age where the influence of technology on human behaviour is continually evolving, understanding the characteristics and preferences of generational cohorts is essential for any […]
September 1, 2023
At enlightenHR, we’ve built our reputation as a trusted HR company serving businesses in Devon, Bristol, and Swindon. We strive to empower businesses to make confident, […]
August 24, 2023
Stress in the workplace is a concern that affects not just employees but also the overall health of the business. As an HR company serving Devon, […]
August 15, 2023
In the realm of leadership, especially as witnessed by our HR company in Devon, Bristol, and Swindon, it’s often said that leaders don’t just lead – […]
August 9, 2023
The spectre of escalating costs isn’t just haunting households; businesses are equally at the mercy of this looming pressure. As expenses rise, companies are grappling with […]
August 1, 2023
As your pragmatic HR advisor in Devon, Bristol, and Swindon, we understand the complexities and challenges disciplinary actions can present to businesses. It’s an intricate process, […]
July 24, 2023
In today’s competitive business landscape, businesses are realising the significance of aligning their cultural values and behaviours with their recruitment and performance management processes. This not […]
July 19, 2023
As businesses in Devon, Bristol, Swindon, and beyond are working diligently to improve company culture (read our previous blog post here), it’s important to address critical […]
July 4, 2023
In the dynamic world of business, clear and open communication forms the bedrock of successful organisations. As a trusted provider of HR advice across Devon, Bristol, […]
July 4, 2023
At enlightenHR, your trusted HR advisor in Devon and Bristol, we’re passionate about fostering robust company cultures that drive business success. Company culture is the essence […]
June 1, 2023
Covid has changed the way that people all over the world work. The sudden move to home working, for many of us, worked out well. We […]
May 1, 2023
As a leading HR consultancy in Devon, Bristol, and Swindon, we understand that no matter how well someone comes across in an interview, or how vast […]
April 4, 2023
Ready to your hire your first employee? What an exciting time for you and your business… But it’s likely a scary time too? Hiring your first […]
June 10, 2022
You will have seen in the news that the RMT are proposing national strikes on Tuesday 21, Thursday 23 and Saturday 25 June 2022, which, if […]
February 4, 2022
Since 2020 we have all lived with uncertainty and had to react to numerous changes and challenges. It has certainly been a period of disruption on […]
March 11, 2021
As you will be aware, the statutory rates for Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Parental Bereavement and Shared Parental Leave, usually increase in April each year. The Government […]
January 5, 2021
It might be tempting, with news of the latest lockdown, to put your head back under the duvet and forget that we’re in a new year. […]
April 6, 2020
Every April a round of employment law changes come into effect… and although we might be going through disruption in other areas at the moment, this […]
October 2, 2019
In the recent matter of Brazel v. The Harpur Trust, the Court of Appeal has upheld an earlier Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) ruling that when calculating […]
September 25, 2019
In the recent matter of Kocur v. Angard Staffing Solutions Ltd., the Court of Appeal has ruled that agency workers are not entitled to the same […]
September 25, 2019
The Taylor Review of Modern Working Practices (‘the Taylor Review’), made detailed recommendations for the reform of UK employment law. The Government responded with the ‘Good […]
September 25, 2019
The Government’s consultation Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination: Consultation on extending redundancy protection for women and new parents, which closed on 5th April 2019, asked for opinions […]
September 2, 2019
In a claim for unlawful deductions from wages, the Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland has ruled recently that a ‘series of deductions’ still exists even […]
September 2, 2019
As part of its Good Work Plan the Government has published a consultation aimed at establishing a new single enforcement body for employment rights. This is […]
August 27, 2019
In the case of Pimlico Plumbers and Charlie Mullins v. Gary Smith, the Supreme Court has upheld a 2017 decision by the Court of Appeal that […]
July 11, 2019
A recent ruling by the CJEU, in the case of Federación de Servicios de Comisiones Obreras (CCOO) v Deutsche Bank SAE calls into question whether employers […]
July 11, 2019
In 2018 the case of Flowers v East of England Ambulance Trust in the Employment Appeal Tribunal, established that non-guaranteed and voluntary overtime pay, paid over […]
May 8, 2019
We can’t quite believe that in a few weeks we’ll be half way through 2019. We thought we’d have a quick look back on some of […]
January 10, 2019
ACAS has been looking into the issue of performance management. It has published new advice that examines what performance management is, why it is important, how […]
November 27, 2018
Under the rules of the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006, it was unlawful to change an employee’s terms and conditions of employment if […]
November 27, 2018
As part of its ‘Industrial Strategy’ to curb worker exploitation, the government has announced plans to ensure that employees will receive the entirety of any tips […]
September 7, 2018
Under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE), when a business changes ownership the new owner inherits the old owner’s ‘rights, powers, duties […]
August 15, 2018
Gender Pay Gap data has revealed that 80% of private companies pay female staff an average of 9.7% less than their male staff. So it’s vital […]
July 18, 2018
Not long ago, we updated you on important amendments to payslips that were to come into effect on 6 April 2018. Things are set to change […]
February 28, 2018
Getting your payslips right, and making sure all the right information is on them, is an essential task for any employer. Making sure your payslips are […]
January 12, 2018
Although the Autumn Budget was delivered last year, there are a number a key points that will be coming into effect this April. Employers – keep […]