Every year (usually around April time) there are changes to employment law. The ‘usual changes’ are around statutory payments such as statutory sick pay and family leave such as maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.  The rates of pay for national minimum wage, the living wage and apprenticeship rates also change annually.  Below we have summarised the changes which have come in already and those which are coming into force this year.  If you need any advice on any of the following, then please don’t hesitate to contact us.  National/Living Wage and Statu ..read more

Hybrid HR is thrilled to announce it has joined Accounts and Legal’s prestigious Entrepreneurs Club, delivering exclusive discounts and offers to members.   With the Hybrid HR exclusive offer of a free hr health check for your business, all current Accounts and Legal entrepreneur members will have access to a great service for free.   Hybrid HR was invited to join the Accounts and Legal community of entrepreneurs to offer a service to business owners who may be lacking specific HR support. Hybrid HR services have the potential to find issues some business owners may not be able ..read more

When parties have a dispute and decide to settle without going to court, they must draft a settlement agreement. A settlement agreement is an important document. This should be created and reviewed with great care in order to protect the interests of all involved parties. At its heart, the settlement agreement serves to compromise and compromise. It should be crafted in such a way that all parties agree, accept, and understand the terms of the agreement. In this blog post, we will discuss the important considerations and steps to take to ensure a successful settlement agreement. Saving time an ..read more

How can you help as a business with this? January can bring a lot of change in the workplace. Including new projects and goals, changes to the staff, and a new year. However, January can also bring low staff morale. This can be a challenge when it comes to keeping employee satisfaction and productivity high. Low staff morale can often be attributed to a variety of sources. Such as too much work and not enough recognition, a lack of job satisfaction, and feeling disengaged from the workplace. It’s important for businesses to recognize these signs of low staff morale and take steps to help. As a ..read more

There are always change to employment law. Every April the statutory rates for payments such as statutory sick pay and family leave is updated. We thought it would be helpful to send this information out to you in advance. Below are the new amounts which apply from 2 April 2023: Statutory sick pay: £109.40 per week Maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave: £172.48 per week* * These figures apply after the first 6 weeks’ leave and are subject to the lower earning level which will remain at £123 per week. National Minimum/Living Wage (applicable from 1 April 2023) Classification ..read more

The UK is an increasingly complex legal jurisdiction when it comes to employment law. On top of this complexity comes the responsibility of employers to ensure they are compliant with the country’s various legislative frameworks. Achieving and maintaining compliance with the ever-changing employment laws can often be time-consuming and costly. However, it is vitally important that businesses put the effort in as any breaches can result in claims from employees, fines and reputational damage. One of the best ways for business owners and HR professionals to ensure compliance is to implement the ..read more

The Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 (TUPE) is a set of regulations which offers protection to employee rights when their employer goes through a transfer of business, or the outsourcing of a service. Established in 1981 and updated in 2006, TUPE offers a degree of certainty to employees, protecting their rights to redundancy, pension, working hours and pay. In this blog post we will explore the definition, as well as its purpose and how it affects employees. With the increased popularity of franchising, business acquisitions, and outsourcing, it is becoming ..read more

As we know in business these days, the competition is fierce and the customer is the king. And what better way to build trust among potential customers than showcasing testimonials from satisfied clients? Testimonials are a powerful tool that can demonstrate the credibility of a brand and its products or services. They are a way for potential customers to see how others have benefited from a brand’s offerings, and they help to establish trust, reliability, and social proof. Exceptional services At Hybrid HR, we take great pride in providing exceptional services to our clients. Our customers ha ..read more

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective management is more important than ever. A skilled manager can motivate their team, drive productivity, and lead their organisation to success. However, not all managers are born with these abilities. That’s where we come in. At our Hybrid HR, we offer comprehensive manager training programs designed to equip leaders with the skills they need to excel in their roles. Our manager training is tailored to your business Our manager training programmes are tailored to meet the unique needs and challenges of modern businesses. We understand that manager ..read more

Bullying in the workplace is a highly concerning issue that can have detrimental effects on employees and the overall performance of an organisation. It is a problem that can be seen across all industries and job levels, and it can be difficult to identify and address. Workplace bullying is defined as repeated and unwarranted behaviour that causes physical or emotional harm to an employee. Where this can stem from The behaviour can come from a co-worker, supervisor, or even a customer. It can range from verbal abuse and intimidation to physical violence and harassment. The consequences of work ..read more