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ESG – What is it and should we be doing it?

If you are unsure what ESG is, and what impact it could have on your business growth, please read this article.

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Employee Culture, Community Action Suffolk and #TheBigSuffolkPledge

Find out how MAD-HR are getting involved with the #TheBigSuffolkPledge initiative by Community Action Suffolk

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Working Time Regulations, TUPE & Non-compete Clauses – Proposed legislative changes

Find out how proposed employment law amendments to several areas of UK Employment law will impact your business.

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Announcing new sponsor agreement

We are delighted to announce a new sponsor agreement between MAD-HR and Hethel Engineering Centre and Scottow Enterprise Park.

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Is the Raab ‘Bullying’ Report a Key Opportunity to Learn?

How familiar are you with the legal definition of workplace bullying? What can we learn from the case of Dominic Raab?

Interim Management Skills

The skills needed for success in interim management

Why should you consider using interim management? What are the key skills to look for when hiring on an interim basis? We cover this and more.

Lucy Pakes

Lucy Pakes joins MAD-HR

We are pleased to announce that Lucy Pakes has joined the team at MAD-HR.

Confirmation of statutory increases 2023

Confirmation of Statutory Increases for 2023!

Every April there are statutory increases that could affect your business. Here are some of the key ones you will need to be aware of.

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Key Changes in Employment Law 2023

Here’s a summary of what we can expect to become employment law in 2023 brought you from the team at MAD-HR.

Spring budget blog

Spring Budget Blog – A MAD-HR Perspective

We provide our perspective on the Spring Budget for 2023, and how it may affect employers and their staff.

Centred leadership

Is centred leadership the key for women (& other) aspirational leaders?

We explore the concept of centred leadership, and five core elements that can contribute towards making a great leader.

How to manage a phased return to work

Phased Return To Work – The essential employer’s guide

Is an employee undergoing a phased return to work after a period of absence? Here is how to manage the gradual return.

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Teachers strike – how employers can plan for staff shortages

Teachers' Strike action can cause considerable challenges for employers. So what options are available for managing staff shortages?

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What is pro rata holiday and how do you calculate it?

Read our simple guide to understanding when pro-rata holiday rules will apply to your business and your employees.

Holiday calculator for zero hours and casual workers

Holiday calculator for zero hours and casual workers

Find out how to calculate holiday for zero hours and casual workers using this simple holiday calculator for your business.

Right to work checks

Right To Work Checks: A guide for employers

How can employers complete right to work checks? We cover the ins and outs, including what type of checks to carry out.

4-day work week

The 4-day work week – could it really work?

The 4 day work week is trending, but what are the real-world implications of adopting a shorter working week? Find out here!

Feefo Award 2023

Celebrating a prestigious accolade to start 2023 – Feefo Platinum status

The MAD-HR team is delighted that our efforts to 'Make a Difference' to our clients' business time and time again have been recognised once more.

Summer internships and experience

Summer internships and experience – is it ever possible to employ temporary young staff legally and ethically?

The summer period sees many more students and young adults wanting to work, but how do you appoint seasonal roles without ‘taking advantage’?

Purpose in business

Purpose – What’s your why? And why does it matter?

Liz Owers explores what 'purpose' means in business, and how you can discover your purpose in order to progress.

Understanding Employee Contracts: What Small Businesses Need to Know

Learn why employment contracts are essential for small businesses, what to include, and how they protect your company and employees.

Recruitment Metrics Every SME Should Track

Learn how recruitment metrics help SMEs stay competitive, control hiring costs, and attract top talent with a data-driven approach.

Recruiting Top Talent on a Budget: A Guide for Businesses

Learn how to attract top talent on a budget with practical strategies for small businesses to compete with larger organisations.

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