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The Forrest Group Our services include HR, Employment Law, Training and Health & Safety.

Forrest Group provides comprehensive and flexible people management and support services for SMEs across the South East, providing a complete seamless solution for businesses.

Creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.A government-commissioned report has highlighted the i...
05/11/2026

Creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

A government-commissioned report has highlighted the importance of improving workplace support for neurodivergent employees.

One of the key messages is that support should be based on individual needs, rather than relying solely on a formal diagnosis.

For employers, this is a good opportunity to review existing HR practices and consider whether they are providing the right support for their people.

There are several areas businesses can look at:

• Recruitment: Making application and interview processes more accessible.

Workplace adjustments: Considering changes to working environments, tasks or communication methods.

• Manager training: Helping managers understand and support different needs.

• Communication: Encouraging open conversations about the support employees may need.

• Regular reviews: Making sure adjustments continue to work as roles evolve.

Creating an inclusive workplace is about more than having policies in place. It's about understanding your people, recognising their strengths and helping them succeed.

At Forrest Group, we can support businesses with reviewing their HR practices, developing their managers and creating a more inclusive working environment.

Get in touch to find out how we can help.

www.theforrestgroup.co.uk

Is your business taking the right steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace?With the strengthening of employer...
03/11/2026

Is your business taking the right steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace?

With the strengthening of employers' preventative duties, now is an important time to make sure your business has the right measures in place.

This includes helping employees and managers understand what constitutes sexual harassment, how to recognise inappropriate behaviour and how to raise concerns.

Training plays an important role in creating a safe and supportive working environment. It also helps businesses demonstrate that they are taking their responsibilities seriously.

Where an employer breaches its preventative duty, an Employment Tribunal can increase compensation by up to 25% in relevant successful sexual harassment cases.

At Forrest Group, we offer sexual harassment awareness training to help businesses understand their responsibilities and take practical steps towards prevention.

Our training can be delivered face-to-face at your workplace or another suitable location, with online sessions available where needed.

Has your business provided sexual harassment awareness training?

Get in touch with our team to find out how we can support you.

www.theforrestgroup.co.uk

26/10/2026

From 30 October 2026, further changes to workplace sexual harassment protections will come into force under the Employment Rights Act 2025.

In this video, our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, explains the upcoming changes and what employers need to know.

Watch the video to find out more.

We have some very exciting news to share! Last night, we attended the Kent Business Awards and we’re absolutely delighte...
23/10/2026

We have some very exciting news to share!

Last night, we attended the Kent Business Awards and we’re absolutely delighted to announce that our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, won Business Woman of the Year!

A huge congratulations to Sophie and all the other winners and finalists.

What a fantastic evening! 🥂

In this month's Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine, our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, discusses the upcoming changes to emp...
18/10/2026

In this month's Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine, our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, discusses the upcoming changes to employers' duties to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

With the strengthened duty coming into force on 30 October 2026, Sophie highlights why compliance cannot be left to the last minute and the importance of having the right policies, training and preventative measures in place.

Read more in this month's Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine:

https://issuu.com/twbm/docs/onlineoctober26/43

We have some exciting news to share! We’re absolutely delighted that our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, has been shortliste...
17/10/2026

We have some exciting news to share!

We’re absolutely delighted that our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, has been shortlisted for Businessperson of the Year at the Tunbridge Wells Business Awards 2026!

This is Sophie's second award shortlisting this month, and we couldn't be prouder!

A huge thank you to The TN Awards Company for the recognition.

We’re looking forward to celebrating with Sophie and all the other finalists at the awards evening!

Your business support should work around your business.No two SMEs are exactly the same — and their support should not b...
16/10/2026

Your business support should work around your business.

No two SMEs are exactly the same — and their support should not be either.

Some businesses need an outsourced HR department. Others may need help with a specific employment law issue, management training or support getting their health & safety processes in order.

Forrest Group brings HR, Employment Law, Training and Health & Safety expertise together, providing flexible support designed around the needs and size of each organisation.

Whatever stage your business is at, you do not have to manage everything alone.

www.theforrestgroup.co.uk

Our team is growing! We’ve recently welcomed some new faces to Forrest Group, so it’s the perfect time to get to know th...
08/10/2026

Our team is growing!

We’ve recently welcomed some new faces to Forrest Group, so it’s the perfect time to get to know the people behind the business.

From HR and Employment Law to Health & Safety and Training, our team brings together a wealth of knowledge and experience to support businesses and their people.

Head over to our website to meet the Forrest Group team: www.theforrestgroup.co.uk/meettheteam

We have some very exciting news to share! 🎉We’re absolutely delighted that our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, has been name...
06/10/2026

We have some very exciting news to share! 🎉

We’re absolutely delighted that our CEO, Sophie Forrest-Lavery, has been named a finalist for Business Woman of the Year at the Kent Business Awards - Tunbridge Wells!

Sophie founded Forrest HR in March 2018 and has grown the business considerably since then. In 2022, Forrest HR became Forrest Group, bringing together four key business services under one name: HR, Employment Law, Health & Safety and Training.

The awards take place on 21st October and we’re looking forward to celebrating with Sophie and all the other finalists.

Good luck, Sophie!

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