2022 started like 2021 – bringing in the New Year with a COVID-19 variant on the rise. But this time around, with the role out of the vaccines made available to all, many employers now face the difficult decision of how to deal with their unvaccinated staff.
Majority of new staff unhappy with onboarding experience
A majority of new employees feel disengaged after their induction into a company, with around a quarter looking for a new job, according to a new survey.
How do good family leave policies impact staff retention?
Recruiting and retaining staff in a competitive employment market can be a challenge. Now more than ever, businesses may be asking themselves what they can do to distinguish themselves from their competitors.
Grandparental leave is a first for a major employer and could set a trend
The pandemic has brought about a number of changes to working practices, whether it be remote working, a form of office/home hybrid working or flexible hours working, all bringing challenges for HR departments.
Coronavirus: self-certification period temporarily extended
The Statutory Sick Pay (Medical Evidence) Regulations 2021 came into force on 17 December 2021.
As of this date, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) introduced new rules enabling any employee to self-certify for 28 days. Employees can normally self-certify sickness absence for the first seven days. However, now for a temporary period, they can self-certify for 28 days.