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


World Diabetes Day
Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body regulates blood sugar (glucose) levels. For those living with diabetes, careful management is essential to avoid complications that can impact their health and work. This can include managing diet, physical activity, and sometimes taking medication or insulin injections. In the UK, approximately 4.9 million people are living with diabetes, and many of them are part of the workforce.
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Get Britain Working:
The recently published “Get Britain Working” White Paper will bring locally led health, work and skills plans to the fore. It aims to drive down the near record figure of 2.8 million people currently out of work due to long-term sickness.
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Alcohol Awareness Week
From November 18 to November 24, businesses across the UK are encouraged to engage with Alcohol Awareness Week, an initiative aimed at increasing understanding about alcohol consumption, its impact on health, and how businesses can support employees in making healthier choices. For employers, this week serves as an opportunity to reflect on workplace policies, create awareness, and promote a supportive environment around alcohol-related health.
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What is HR?
Welcome to Our 12-Week HR Essentials Blog Series for Business Owners and Managers:
At Consensus HR, we know that effective HR management is key to creating a productive, compliant, and supportive workplace. Over the next 12 weeks, we’re providing business owners and managers with practical insights into different aspects of HR—from recruitment and onboarding to performance management, mental health support, and legal compliance.
Each weekly blog offers actionable advice to help you strengthen your HR practices, minimise risks, and support your team’s growth and well-being. Join us on this journey as we explore how thoughtful HR can positively impact your business and create a thriving, engaged team.
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International Stress Awareness Day
How HR Can Help Reduce Workplace Stress:
Human Resources can play a pivotal role in addressing and reducing stress in the workplace. Here are some of the keyway’s HR can support:
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Promote Open Communication:
Encourage a culture of open communication where employees feel comfortable discussing stress-related issues. Regular check-ins and anonymous feedback channels can provide employees with the opportunity to express concerns before they escalate.
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Honouring Remembrance Day
The Importance of Remembrance Day in the Workplace:
Incorporating Remembrance Day into our work environment encourages respect, unity, and gratitude across teams. It’s more than a moment of silence; it’s a reminder of the value of resilience and the strength found in supporting one another. By acknowledging Remembrance Day at work, employers help install a sense of community and respect that can have a lasting positive impact on morale and culture.
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