Feeling the heat: a workplace guide to handling heatwaves
For years, the UK's approach to workplace heat has largely been to complain about it while carrying on regardless. But prolonged heatwaves are becoming more common, and they bring genuine
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National Age Without Apology Month: more than just a celebration of ageing
June marks National Age Without Apology Month, a UK-wide campaign encouraging people to embrace ageing and challenge the stereotypes that often accompany it.
For employers, the month presents an opportunity to
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals in the workplace
With more employees seeking support for physical and mental health conditions at work, HR professionals are increasingly being asked about animals in the workplace. In particular, it is important to
Neurodivergence, ‘over-diagnosis’ and the workplace: why HR must focus on impact, not labels
Debates about neurodivergence have taken on a new tone in the past year. Concerns about the ‘over-diagnosis’ of conditions such as ADHD and autism have increasingly entered political and media
Struck by Cupid’s arrow: common HR issues with romantic relationships in the workplace
Over 40% of workers in the UK admit to having had a romantic relationship with a work colleague (according to a 2025 poll by Milieu). With Valentine’s Day being just
Supporting bereaved partners: new leave rights explained
Employment lawyers and HR professionals have spent recent weeks focused on the Employment Rights Act 2025. With good reason: it represents the most significant overhaul of employment rights for a
Growing with Grief: Why Grief Awareness Week Matters – and How Workplaces Can Make a Difference
Every one of us will experience grief at some point in our lives. Yet despite its universality, grief is still something we rarely talk about openly. National Grief Awareness Week,
The HR conundrum: When should a supportive workplace give way to personal responsibility?
Former John Lewis Chairman, Sir Charlie Mayfield, who chaired the Keep Britain Working Review, was quoted as saying: “‘I hate my boss’ is not a health condition”. His point is
Drugs and alcohol testing in the workplace: key points from case law
Workplace policies on drugs and alcohol can be complex, requiring careful consideration of legal, health, and disciplinary issues. Taking our cue from cases in this area, here are our top
Supporting employees with ADHD: awareness, adjustments and legal risks
As October draws to a close, so does ADHD Awareness Month - a timely reminder for employers to understand the condition and their legal responsibilities toward employees with ADHD.
According to
‘Together, we care’ – Reflections on Baby Loss Awareness Week 2025
This last week (9th-15th October) marked Baby Loss Awareness Week in the UK. The theme for this year was 'Together, we care' with a focus on finding time to care for
Inclusive Recruitment: are your hiring practices LGBTQ+ friendly?
As Pride Month invites organisations to reflect on LGBTQ+ inclusion, it’s a timely opportunity for HR professionals to look closely at one of the most influential aspects of workplace culture