Mint HR

01/10/2026

FREE policy during Menopause Awareness Month.

Menopause and perimenopause affect over 5.5 million women in the UK workplace

So, even if you’re not (peri)menopausal, the chances are someone in your team is.

All month, Mint HR is giving FREE Menopause policy templates to any company that doesn't have one.

Just, message us with your email address and it will be sent to you asap.

No hidden agendas - apart from wanting all workplaces to be menopause-friendly.

Share the policy with your people and remind them that the door is open and to discuss reasonable adjustments to support with symptoms.

We look forward to hearing from you.

28/09/2026

Thank you Wakefield first 💚

Meet Mint HR - the latest business to be featured in our ! Mint HR is changing the game for small and medium-sized businesses when it comes to managing teams.

Launched in 2016 by Tracy Carpenter, Mint HR runs on a simple belief: every business deserves top-tier HR advice, no matter its size. With a team holding over 50 years of combined experience, they’ve completely removed the usual restrictive, lengthy corporate retainers. Instead, they offer hourly support packages that last up to two years. It means local firms can see where every pound they spend goes. Whether they are embedding themselves directly into a team or acting as an external sounding board, they provide straightforward, realistic solutions to everyday people management.

Tracy and her team mirror the "small but mighty" character of our district. Beyond protecting local businesses from costly tribunal cases, they make a point of using regional suppliers, helping with community volunteering, and proudly sponsoring the Theatre Royal Wakefield.

“Our guiding philosophy is simple—to win the marketplace, you must first win the workplace,” says Tracy. “We take the time to truly understand each client's unique setup so we can take the stress out of managing people. Having helped dozens of local businesses navigate disciplinary, grievance, and performance processes properly, we know exactly what it takes to build a strong work environment.”

Reflecting on recent successes, Tracy adds: “Delivering massive compliance projects ahead of schedule while keeping up our daily personal support is incredibly rewarding. Over the last 12 months, we cut through the confusion of the Employment Rights Bill by hosting free webinars and working directly with 96 clients to update their employee handbooks before the major legislative changes hit on 1 April 2026.”

The future looks bright for the firm as they prepare to roll out their next growth phase. They are currently upgrading their internal systems with smart automations and expanding their bespoke training modules—covering essential workplace topics like team collaboration, mental health awareness, and how to handle tricky management conversations.

To find out more about Mint HR and their services, visit their website here: Mint HR | Outsourced HR Support in Yorkshire

Would you like your business to be featured next in our ? Drop us a message to tell us what makes your business unique, your exact location in the district, and what exciting plans you have for the future!

Wakefield Council

01/09/2026

We're finalists!

Mint HR are chuffed to bits to named finalists in the Wakefield Business Awards 2026, having been shortlisted in not one, not two, but THREE categories...

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
BUSINESS GROWTH SUCCESS STORY
TEAM OF THE YEAR

It's made our day to receive this recognition, so we just had to share the news with you all 💚

* The Wakefield Business Awards celebrate excellence, innovation and achievement across the Wakefield district, recognising organisations that are making a significant contribution to the local economy and community.

07/08/2026

24/07/2026

We are proud to be the Rising Star (Under 30s) Award Sponsor of the 2026 Wakefield Business Awards.

The awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the innovation, resilience, and success of businesses across our fabulous district.

And this new award is all about identifying and celebrating individuals in your Team - which we believe is key to a happy and successful workplace.

23/06/2026

It's a scorcher!

So, please make sure you and your team are staying cool.

Did you know there's no maximum legal working temperature for indoor workplaces?

However, employers are legally required to keep the indoor temperature 'reasonable' and provide a fresh, comfortable environment.

So, ensure your workplace temperature is appropriate for the activity taking place.

And don’t forget to consider the effect of wearing required uniforms or protective clothing, too.

Most employees in offices feel comfortable at 20-23°C – so keep a thermometer and cool drinks on hand, the fans or air con on...

And some cash in the pot for when the ice cream van pays a visit!

12/06/2026

Is football coming home?

And is your team going to be coming to work late, over-tired and possibly hungover?

The majority of World Cup 2026 matches having late evening or overnight kick-offs as they're being played in North American time zones.

And we can guarantee some people will be late or calling in sick the morning after a home nation's game.

So now is the time to decide how you want the next few weeks of the tournament to play out and set expectations in advance.

The decision is basically yours. But your options include:

⚽ Stick to your normal lateness and absence policies and remind your people in advance of these

OR

⚽ Offer working day flexibility and encourage your people to adjust their start times on post key match days or alternatively agree reduced hours or approved annual leave

Don't forget not everyone cares about 'the beautiful game' or support the same teams - so your decisions and comms should remain inclusive.



*Photo of our Director, Tracy, getting into the spirit of the tournament with a little help from AI

01/06/2026

Mint HR is proud to champion inclusion, respect and equality in every workplace we support.

Month2026

21/05/2026

Last week, our HR Consultant, Emma Hartley rolled up her sleeves and got stuck in at Disability Sport Yorkshire's Volunteer Day.

She helped to paint, repair and tidy the building and grounds with 19 other big-hearted helpers from We Are Wakefield.

The group made a huge difference to the space that supports so many people across our region.

Great work, Emma!

20/05/2026

Happy International HR Day!

Human Resources folk are multi-skilled...

From detective, peacemaker and careers/business advisor to psychologist, teacher and unofficial lawyer!

So, shout out to all the other HR teams out there doing a great job day in day out.

To celebrate, here's our Director Tracy's tongue in cheek video on HR misconceptions. Enjoy!