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We have an opportunity for an HR & Business Administrator to join our team.

Within this role, you will have responsibility for…

✔ Delivering excellent administration support
✔ Maintaining a high attention to detail
✔ Building a strong rapport with clients

For more information➡️ bit.ly/3GG2VMt

With Mental Health Awareness Week coming up in May, we are delighted that Angela Han from Able Futures will join peopleHUB's webinar on Thursday 15th May, 9:15 am - 10 am to discuss mental health in the workplace and the support available for SME employers.

Register for free here 🔗 bit.ly/3GqNMyn

Handling an employee grievance properly is fundamental to fostering a healthy, respectful, and legally compliant workplace.

Our article shares best practice tips for employers managing employee grievances. Read here 🔗 buff.ly/DtLwuTX

Since 6th April, employers have faced higher National Insurance Contributions (NICs).

Ways to help manage this cost include:

✅ Implement strong financial reporting and forecasting
✅ Introduce a salary exchange scheme
✅ Use self-employed staff or outsource
✅ Downsize your workspace if possible

In support of #StressAwarenessMonth, our latest Toolbox Talk focuses on stress in the workplace.

We discuss the impacts of stress on mental and physical health, and share some tips for employers to help manage stress amongst their staff.

Watch the full Toolbox 🔗 buff.ly/Y2Sn0Q7

Neglecting proper electrical safety measures can lead to severe injuries, fatalities, and substantial financial penalties.

Our recent article explains the risks of poor electrical safety, as well as measures employers can implement to help mitigate these risks.

Read here 🔗 buff.ly/ouxKOsn

The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 came into force on Sunday (6th April), providing employed parents with the day-one right of up to 12 weeks of leave.

For more details about this new entitlement for employed parents, read our recent blog ➡️ buff.ly/4gZfvCY

A reminder that there are changes to statutory payment rates from 6th April 2025 📢💰

The new rates are:

Statutory sick pay: £118.75

Lower earning limit: £125

Family-friendly statutory payments (shared parental, maternity, paternity, adoption, parental bereavement, and neonatal care): £187.18

Are you a lone worker? 👩‍💻

Do you know the risks associated with lone working and how to manage them?

In our recent Toolbox Talk, Dan discusses lone working in more detail, providing advice on how to stay safe.

Watch here ➡️ buff.ly/PZxmw8m

New National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates in place from today! 📢

The new rates are:

21 and over (NLW): £12.21
Aged 18-20: £10.00
Under 18: £7.55
Apprentice: £7.55

Please ensure you comply with these new rates by amending employees' wages where necessary.

Upcoming changes to employment law in April 2025 📣

- National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage increases
- Increase to statutory payment rates
- Higher employer NICs
- New neonatal care leave and pay legislation.

We explain the changes in further detail in our blog ➡️https://buff.ly/mxdoljS

The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 will come into force on 6th April, providing employed parents with the day-one right of up to 12 weeks of leave. Some parents will be eligible for up to 12 weeks of Statutory Neonatal Care Pay.

Watch peopleHUB's webinar for more info 🔗 bit.ly/4bTGpuX

McDonald's has been at the centre of a high-profile sexual harassment tribunal case in the UK, bringing workplace misconduct and employer responsibility into focus.

We provide details on this case and explain what employers need to do to prevent and manage workplace harassment 🔗 buff.ly/ic5ze0U

Our Head of Operations, Kendal Hulme will join peopleHUB's webinar this Thursday (20th) at 9:15 am to provide an update on the upcoming changes to employment law and how best to prepare as employers.

Secure your free space 🔗 buff.ly/6sUk5Qd

We were delighted to sponsor the ‘Newcomer of the Year 2025’ award at the Women in Business Awards on Friday, hosted by @downtowninbusiness.bsky.social 💜

We would like to wish a huge congratulations to Ashli Reid and Jo Humphreys from iFloat for winning the award!

#InternationalWomensDay is tomorrow 💜

Therefore, we wanted to celebrate some of the fantastic women that we are lucky to have the opportunity to work alongside and engage with.

Leaders within all types of sectors, making a difference in their organisation. Happy #IWD2025! 🙌

Tomorrow is #EmployeeAppreciationDay 👏

Employee appreciation is a crucial aspect of maintaining a motivated and engaged workforce.

Our article suggests ways employers can recognise and show appreciation to their employees. We share many ideas for a range of budgets.

Read here 🔗 buff.ly/U21qQhp

Our Head of Ops, Kendal Hulme, will join peopleHUB's webinar to share all the essential information employers must know about the upcoming changes to employment law in 2025. This update includes the new Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023.

Register now 🔗 buff.ly/LxgnZUP

We'd like to wish a peaceful Ramadan to all 🌙

Employers play a crucial role in fostering inclusivity & supporting employees during this period.

We've created a short guide on how employers can build an inclusive culture & support employees during religious events and celebrations ➡️ buff.ly/qgMFfJo

The Neonatal Care (Leave and Pay) Act 2023 is due to come into force on 6th April 2025. This will provide employed parents with the day-one right of up to 12 weeks of leave.

Some parents will also be eligible for up to 12 weeks of Statutory Neonatal Care Pay.

For more info ➡️ buff.ly/4gZfvCY

The HPC team had a great afternoon at the Mansion House at Calderstones Park yesterday for our Team Away Day.

From insightful discussions to team-building activities, it was time well spent! 💪

In December 2024, a company was fined £120,000 by the HSE after a worker broke his leg when he fell whilst working at height ❗

We cover this case and provide guidance on how to prevent falls when working from height in our recent article.

Read here 🔗 buff.ly/41n94F2

Fire Door Safety 🔥🚪

In our recent Toolbox Talk, Maisie explains fire doors, why they are essential, who is responsible, and what to consider when conducting fire door inspections.

Watch the full Toolbox 🔗 buff.ly/4111crt

Fantastic peopleHUB webinar this morning with financial wellbeing expert, Kristen Cunliffe, Owner of Red Star Wealth and Red Star Education.

A huge thank you to Kristen for such an insightful session!

Watch the full webinar here 🔗 buff.ly/41iG4xd

Less than 48 hours until peopleHUB's webinar! 📣

Kristen Cunliffe, Owner and MD of Red Star Wealth Management will provide her expert insight into financial wellness programs for a range of budgets that help boost employee engagement, retention, and wellness.

Register here ➡️ bit.ly/4gIoYPe

With a series of legislative updates set to take effect, 2025 will be a pivotal year for employment law in the UK.

Our recent article outlines the key employment law changes employers should be aware of for 2025 and advice on how they should begin preparing.

Read here 🔗 buff.ly/4gmgIUx

Join peopleHUB's webinar on Thursday 13th February with Kristen Cunliffe, MD of Red Star Wealth. Kristen will explore the power of financial wellness programs in boosting employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention, and share some cost-effective programs for any budget.

Register ➡️ bit.ly/4gIoYPe

Client Testimonial ⭐

We are always grateful when we receive amazing feedback from our incredible clients!

The HPC team are here to help you manage your company's HR and Health & Safety so that you can spend your time on other pressing areas in your business.

New ban on recovering sponsorship costs from workers 📣

On 31st December 2024, the Home Office implemented a new ban for employers recovering specific sponsorship costs from skilled workers.

Our article provides more details on this ban including the consequences of ignoring it 🔗 buff.ly/3Wy2JnA

Swap #BlueMonday for #BrewMonday ☕

Feeling low doesn't just happen on one day in January.

Disregard the negative connotations of today and instead, use it as an opportunity to reach out to someone to check they're ok and catch up over a cuppa. Whether that's a friend, family member, or colleague!