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Dawson HR Dawson HR offers professional HR services to businesses of all sizes across Cumbria, the North of England and South West Scotland.

16/09/2026

Sometimes, the smallest adjustments can make the biggest difference. 💡

As Amber shares, something as simple as changing an overhead light, removing a bulb or adding a lamp can make a workplace much more comfortable for someone.

Supporting neurodivergent employees doesn’t always mean expensive or complicated changes. Often, it starts with listening to what someone needs and being willing to make simple adjustments that can have a real impact.

🎥 Watch or listen to the full episode of HR Untangled for the full discussion on neurodiversity in the workplace. https://linktr.ee/DawsonHR

Giving businesses the support they need is exactly what we’re here for. 💚Thank you to Jobert and team for this lovely fe...
14/09/2026

Giving businesses the support they need is exactly what we’re here for. 💚

Thank you to Jobert and team for this lovely feedback!

11/09/2026

What if one simple question could completely change the way you manage someone? 🤔

Amber from Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland shares the moment a manager asked her, “How do you like to be managed?” rather than simply deciding what management would look like for her.

It’s a small question, but it opens the door to better communication, stronger working relationships and a much clearer understanding of what helps someone perform at their best.

Sometimes, good management starts with asking rather than assuming!

🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube for more on neurodiversity, communication and creating more supportive workplaces.

https://linktr.ee/DawsonHR

Collective redundancy rules have changed ⚖️Since 6 April 2026, the maximum protective award for failing to follow collec...
08/09/2026

Collective redundancy rules have changed ⚖️

Since 6 April 2026, the maximum protective award for failing to follow collective redundancy consultation requirements has doubled from 90 to 180 days’ pay per affected employee.

The rules can apply where an employer is proposing 20 or more redundancies at one establishment within a 90-day period, and the correct consultation process isn’t followed. The amount awarded isn’t automatically 180 days’ pay, but an Employment Tribunal can award up to this maximum depending on the circumstances.

If you’re considering redundancies, getting the consultation process right from the outset is more important than ever. Dawson HR can help you understand your responsibilities and manage the process properly.

Neurodiversity is talked about more than ever, but what does supporting neurodivergent employees actually look like in t...
03/09/2026

Neurodiversity is talked about more than ever, but what does supporting neurodivergent employees actually look like in the workplace? 🧠

Zoe is joined by Amber from Hospice at Home Carlisle & North Lakeland and Emily from Twenty Twenty Studio to chat about ADHD, autism and neurodiversity at work.

Expect honest personal experiences, common misconceptions and some practical advice - from simple workplace adjustments to better communication, to understanding what an individual actually needs to perform at their best!

Whether you’re an employer, HR professional, or simply want to understand neurodiversity a little better, there’s plenty to take away from this one 😊

🎥🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode now: https://linktr.ee/DawsonHR

27/08/2026

We have a winner! ⚽

A big thank you to everyone who entered our signed Carlisle United football giveaway to celebrate the start of the new season.

Congratulations to Nicky Walton! 🎉

We’ll be in touch soon to arrange your prize

Thanks again to everyone who got involved! 💙

Effective performance management is not just a response to problems, it is an ongoing part of managing people well.It sh...
20/08/2026

Effective performance management is not just a response to problems, it is an ongoing part of managing people well.

It should be a part of every day: setting clear expectations, checking understanding, supporting people properly and having honest conversations before small issues become bigger ones.

It’s also not just about underperformance. Good performance management helps you set people up for success, address concerns fairly and keep good people developing.

That might mean managing probation properly, giving clear feedback, making small adjustments where needed, or simply making time for regular one-to-ones!

To find out more about performance management, head over to our blog for practical tips on making it more effective in your business.

https://www.dawsonhr.co.uk/blog/performance-management-from-probation-onwards

18/08/2026

Still using spreadsheets or a wall calendar to manage holiday requests? You’re not alone.

Many businesses still rely on manual HR processes - but - the right systems and automation can reduce admin, save time and make everything run more smoothly.

Streamlining your HR doesn’t have to be complicated! Watch the full conversation on YouTube: https://linktr.ee/DawsonHR

You can have brilliant people in the room, but that doesn’t automatically make a brilliant team. 👀If people aren’t worki...
14/08/2026

You can have brilliant people in the room, but that doesn’t automatically make a brilliant team. 👀

If people aren’t working well together, managers are only focused on output, or the culture feels unclear and pressured, performance can quickly start to wobble.

Real high performance comes from what’s happening around the team too: clear direction, good communication, trust - and managers who know how to bring out the best in people. 🌟

11/08/2026

Delegating the rota? Make sure your managers understand the numbers as well as the people.

As Graeme from SeavorChartered explains - without clear guidance, wage costs can quickly rise and affect profitability. Best practice is to monitor wages as a percentage of sales, and remember that employment costs include National Insurance and pension contributions - not just salary.

For the full conversation, listen to the latest episode of the HR Untangled Podcast: https://linktr.ee/DawsonHR

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