Monthly HR blog Newsletter – December 2024 | Consensus HR, Herts, Beds


Avoid Costly Tribunal Pitfalls: Recent UK Cases and How Consensus HR Can Help
Recent Employment Tribunal cases in the UK have underscored the importance of fair employment practices, with significant financial awards highlighting the consequences of non-compliance.
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Week 4: Developing a Positive Company Culture:
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Company culture shapes employees’ day-to-day experiences and is a key factor in retention and engagement. A strong, positive culture encourages commitment and aligns employees with business goals.
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Human Rights Day – How Business Owners and Managers Can Play Their Part
Human Rights Day, celebrated on 10th December, is an important reminder of the responsibility businesses have to uphold fairness, equality, and dignity in the workplace. For many companies, understanding and implementing these principles can feel overwhelming, especially with the ever-changing landscape of employment law. That’s where Consensus HR can help.
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Week 5: Employee Performance Management: Best Practices:
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Effective performance management helps employees grow and improves productivity. By setting clear expectations and providing constructive feedback, managers can support continuous development.
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Welcome to our latest December 2024 Employment Law Newsletter | Consensus HR – Herts, Beds. In this newsletter, we focus on:
- BBC journalists appeal against equal pay ruling
- Employment Rights Bill – employers who commit serious offences will be prohibited from sponsoring foreign workers:
- Comments about an employee’s accent could be ‘related to’ race under harassment law
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Week 6: Supporting Mental Health and Well-being in the Workplace
Prioritising mental health in the workplace creates a more resilient, engaged workforce and can significantly reduce absenteeism and turnover.
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Health & Safety Update.
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has recently issued an update highlighting the critical importance of minimizing manual handling risks in the workplace. This follows a tragic incident where a worker lost a leg due to unsafe practices, resulting in a £400,000 fine for the employer. This case underscores the need for robust health and safety measures to protect employees and avoid severe legal and financial repercussions.
At Consensus HR, we are committed to ensuring your business stays compliant with HSE regulations while safeguarding your team. If you need guidance on assessing and mitigating manual handling risks, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
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