Grief is the price we pay for love, and it’s a high price – but it can be made easier by a compassionate manager who is aware of the needs of their staff and what the law offers to make hard times a little more bearable. That’s what this second webinar in our series will cover on Wednesday 16th October @ 1230 – what a manager should do to make work a supportive environment; what policies you need to be using; what the law says around leave and rights; and the potential liabilities and sanctions you could be inviting if you don’t stick to best practice. Click here to sign up now. 

Employment tribunals continue to shape the HR landscape. In this week’s HR article we examine recent cases and provide insights to help employers navigate legal complexities.

1st March is Zero Discrimination Day, a day to celebrate the right of everyone to live a full, healthy, and productive life, and be able to live it with dignity.

One of the questions our HR specialist often receives on the FPM HR Helpline is “Am I OK to dismiss this employee?” It’s not one of the nicer parts of a management position, but it’s a decision which should be made with confidence whilst understanding the risks

Here at FPM, over the years we've received several HR queries concerning staff members’ political and philosophical beliefs. To help, here’s some key information that can help you manage difficult situations such as these proactively.

What happens when you have an employee in their 70s who’s having trouble keeping pace with their colleagues and struggling to adapt to new systems? Is it appropriate to ask them if they are considering retirement? No one said dealing with HR issues would be easy…