HR Dept Coventry

18/06/2026

Whilst AI brings many efficiency benefits, it also comes with risks that should be approached with caution.

AI bias is one of them, and we explore what this means in this week’s blog:

From stock market IPOs to the threat of advanced computer hacking, AI is never out of the news. It is a big thing in businesses generally, and HR…

10/06/2026

Cast a look over the Employment Rights Act, and when it comes to the biggest change – the expanded unfair dismissal rights for employees – you’d be forgiven for thinking you don’t have to do anything until 2027.

But you’d be wrong.

This week's blog explains why changes need to be made now, and what those changes are:

Cast a look over the Employment Rights Act, and when it comes to the biggest change – the expanded unfair dismissal rights for employees – you’d be…

04/06/2026

As part of Volunteers’ Week, we're celebrating the difference our team makes in the community.

Our Director, Charlotte, volunteers as a Brownie Leader giving her time to help young girls build confidence, learn new skills and have fun along the way.

These photos capture a recent visit to the local fire station, including her daughter, who is a Rainbow. Seeing young people grow through organisations like Girlguiding is one of the many rewards of volunteering.

A huge thank you to the volunteers across the country who dedicate their time to supporting and inspiring the next generation.

03/06/2026

Navigating protests and unrest in the workplace isn’t new, but today’s employers need to be clear and proactive to keep conversations respectful and workplaces running smoothly.

Our latest blog explains how you can do this:

How have employers dealt with civil strife and dissent historically? Roman legions had a policy of decimation whereby one in every ten soldiers was…

27/05/2026

Whilst many can’t wait for this year’s football World Cup to kick off, it can also bring a range of HR challenges for employers.

Read our latest blog to explore what these challenges are – and how to handle them:

Pep Guardiola has just left Manchester City after ten years of unprecedented success. Thomas Tuchel is being paid to lead England to glory in the USA.…

21/05/2026

Are your appraisals actually helping people grow, or just ticking a box once a year?

A client recently asked me to review their appraisal process. They were running long, once-a-year appraisals and both managers and employees felt they were a chore rather than a useful conversation. They had also never achieved 100% completion.

We redesigned the appraisals into shorter, focused forms completed twice a year. I ran training sessions with all employees and the management team on how to fill out the forms and how to get the most from both the half-year and full-year reviews.

The impact has been huge. Appraisals are now 100% complete, employees are clear on what they’re working towards and what the future looks like, and several people have been identified for career development who would have been missed under the old process.

As a result, internal promotions are happening more often and employees can see that hard work and effort are recognised and rewarded.

If you suspect your appraisal process is more paperwork than performance, I’m happy to offer a free, no-obligation review of your current contracts.

20/05/2026

Do you think you can withdraw a job offer without risk before someone starts? A recent Employment Appeals Tribunal ruling suggests otherwise.
Read our latest blog to learn the technicalities for employers and the steps to take if you find yourself in this position:

In ancient scripture it was said that “the Lord giveth, and the Lord taketh away”. But he never got hauled before an employment tribunal for doing so. A…

13/05/2026

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, and in 2026 the theme is “action”.

With that in mind, we've compiled practical actions you can take, to reduce the national mental health toll on your business:

Recent analysis by a healthcare provider suggests that up to the end of March, a staggering 5 million working days had been lost to mental health sickness…

12/05/2026

This week is Mental Health Awareness Week.

Poor mental health at work costs businesses significantly in absence, turnover and lost productivity. But beyond the numbers, it costs people.

If you manage a team, this week is a good moment to ask yourself one honest question: would someone on your team feel safe telling you they were struggling?

06/05/2026

Summer is just around the corner, so we’ve put together the key do’s and don’ts to help you prepare.
Read the full blog here:

Texas sang Here Comes the Summer Son , back in the 90s. But if research is to be believed, “here comes the summer slump” would be more apt! A survey…