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Holges Consulting I help small businesses crack the necessities of being an Employer and Employment Law

One Thing I've Noticed Recently...I've welcomed several new clients over the past few weeks and it's reminded me of some...
04/09/2026

One Thing I've Noticed Recently...

I've welcomed several new clients over the past few weeks and it's reminded me of something.

Many small business owners think HR starts when an employee problem lands on their desk.

In reality, good HR starts much earlier.
🖋A clear contract.
🖋An up-to-date handbook.
🖋Keeping good records.
🖋Regular conversations with your team.

They're not the most exciting parts of running a business, but they're often the things that prevent the biggest headaches later on.

Good HR isn't about creating paperwork.
It's about creating confidence.

Small Business HR Support | Business Owners

"My Fit Note doesn't end until next week... can I come back to work?"It's a question I've been asked twice recently.Many...
03/09/2026

"My Fit Note doesn't end until next week... can I come back to work?"

It's a question I've been asked twice recently.

Many employers are surprised to learn that a Fit Note isn't a legal instruction preventing someone from returning to work.

Every situation should be assessed individually, balancing the employee's wellbeing with your duty of care.

Sometimes the best HR answer starts with a simple conversation.

Fit Note | Sickness Absence | HR Advice

When an employee leaves, don't forget about the information they leave behind.✔ Remove system access.✔ Recover company p...
27/08/2026

When an employee leaves, don't forget about the information they leave behind.

✔ Remove system access.
✔ Recover company property.
✔ Review what records need to be retained.
✔ Securely delete information that's no longer needed.

A well-managed leaving process protects both your business and your former employee.

HR Tips| Business Owners | Data Protection

How healthy are your HR foundations?We've created a simple Small Business HR Health Check to help you review the essenti...
25/08/2026

How healthy are your HR foundations?

We've created a simple Small Business HR Health Check to help you review the essentials.

It takes just a few minutes and could highlight small improvements that save much bigger problems later.

Comment HEALTH CHECK below and we will send it over.

HR Checklist | Small Business | Free checklist

We've recently updated our Employee Privacy Notice template to reflect the latest data protection requirements, includin...
20/08/2026

We've recently updated our Employee Privacy Notice template to reflect the latest data protection requirements, including the strengthened complaints procedure.

If you're an existing client and would like an updated copy, just get in touch.

We're always happy to help keep your documentation current.

Holges Consulting | HR Support | Data Protection

Employees should know exactly what to do if they have concerns about how their personal information is handled.One of th...
18/08/2026

Employees should know exactly what to do if they have concerns about how their personal information is handled.

One of the recent data protection changes places greater emphasis on having a clear complaints process.

It's a good reminder to review your Employee Privacy Notice and make sure employees understand who to contact if they have concerns.

HR Compliance | GDPR | Small Business

Have you reviewed your Employee Privacy Notice recently?Changes introduced during June 2026 strengthened parts of the UK...
13/08/2026

Have you reviewed your Employee Privacy Notice recently?

Changes introduced during June 2026 strengthened parts of the UK's data protection framework, including how organisations deal with complaints about personal information.

For many businesses, only small updates are needed—but it's worth checking your documentation is up to date.

Many business owners think HR is only needed when something goes wrong.In reality, good HR starts on an employee's very ...
06/08/2026

Many business owners think HR is only needed when something goes wrong.
In reality, good HR starts on an employee's very first day.

✔ Contracts
✔ Right to Work checks
✔ Clear policies
✔ Accurate records
✔ Regular communication

Getting these basics right makes managing your team much easier later on.

Read more here - https://www.holgesconsulting.co.uk/human-resources-blog/2170/unfair-dismissal-changes-2027-small-business-guide/

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