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How to manage long term absence

Long term absense - Dealing with long term health absences can be costly, complex and time consuming, We share our tips on how to manage long term absence.

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10 bizarre excuses for not paying national minimum wage

We share 10 of the most bizaar excuses for not paying national minimum wage have been revealed by the Government to encourage workers to check their payslip

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What can an Interim HR Director do for you?

We look at how hiring an Interim HR Director can be the ideal way to provide resource when you need it to manage an effective change programme

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Coming Soon – Tax Free Childcare

We share details of the new Tax Free Childcare scheme that has been in discussion since 2013. It is planned that this scheme starts this year.

HR Strategy

4 things to know about strategic HR

MAD-HR share 4 things to know about strategic HR and look at the impact a strategic HR plan can have on your business plan.

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Why MAD-HR was the right business to extend our HR team

Aime Southgate, Director of Montage Communications on why MAD-HR was the right business to extend their HR team to manage their growing organisation

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How to treat your employees and get them to thrive

With a little tip from Stephen Covey, we explore How to treat your employees and get them to thrive in your business and want to stay.

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How to achieve your workplace New Year resolutions

The New Year is time for new goals, here we give you 6 Tips on how to achieve your workplace New Year resolutions and feel great!

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You could have an annual leave problem this Easter…

Easter 2017 falls in April presenting what may be an unidentified annual leave problem. Here we look at managing this annual leave period.

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Why a great HR Strategy is crucial for an SME

Being proactive is much more effective than being reactive, we share the reasons that great HR Strategy is crucial for an SME

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5 Tips that will improve team productivity

Getting the best out of your teams can be a challenge however we have out together these 5 tips to improve team productivity.

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What is Parental Leave and who is eligible?

Parental leave changes from April 2015. We share important HR updates for employers on details of the Parental leave. Read on to protect your business.

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Case Study: How MAD-HR is making a difference

MAD-HR is making a difference to businesses and Carole Burman, MAD-HR MD, shares her insights and talks openly with readers.

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“I’m fine, honest” – How to support employees in denial

Denial of health issues. MAD-HR share our HR expertise to support managers to support employees in denial of health issues, including your duty of care.

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When is a dismissal not a dismissal?

We share the outcomes of a recent Tribunal to demonstrate the question when is a dismissal not a dismissal? HR advice at your fingertips for your business

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FREE Webinar “An intro to employing people”

Recruitment can be daunting. There is a lot to consider and doing it properly pays dividends. Here's an intro to employing people - hit the ground running

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How to manage annual leave and sickness overlap

It is inevtiatvle that at times your employees will be on leave and fall ill. We share our tips on How to manage annual leave and sickness overlap

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Jewish woman who can’t work Saturdays wins £16,000

A Jewish woman who can't work Saturdays wins £16,000 at Tribunal after recruiter is found guilty of religious discrimination

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£49,000 pay-out for former teacher pressured to resign

Handling potential resignations can be tricky. Read tips based on a real case of a £49,000 pay-out for former teacher pressured to resign

Autumn

What you need to know about the Autumn Statement

Yesterday saw Hammond deliver What you need to know about the Autumn Statement. We have put this together as a round-up of statement outcomes for business

Getting Ready for the New Right to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay

Prepare for Neonatal Care Leave & Pay from April 2025. Update policies, train managers & ensure compliance. Get expert support today.

Using Gamification to Boost Productivity at Work

Discover how gamification can improve employee engagement, productivity, and training. Learn practical strategies to apply in your workplace.

The Power of Connection: Why Remote Teams Need Team Days

Discover why team days are essential for remote teams—boost collaboration, morale, and alignment with in-person connection.

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