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#EmbraceEquity – Rix & Kay Supports IWD 2023
The theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2023 is #EmbraceEquity. International Women’s Day is celebrated annually on 8 March and is a global awareness day working…
Sexual Harassment: Employers are reminded to get their policies in order
In December 2022 a woman who was told to stand up and turn around before being slapped on the bottom with a ruler by her…
LGBTQIA+ and Well-being and Equality in the workplace
February sees a number of awareness days that shine a spotlight on a number of important areas that employers need to consider when managing their…
Annual Increase in Statutory Payment Rates 2023- 2024
Annual Increase in Statutory Payment Rates 2023- 2024 The Government has announced increases in statutory payment rates to employees which represent an increase of 10%…
Quiet Firing: are employers poorly managing employees to force them to quit?
‘Quiet firing’ is described as a ‘form of neglect that slowly pushes employees out of their job’. (Gallup) As reported by HR Review in November…
Snow days and adverse weather
As cold spikes hit the UK, this can create chaos for employers and workers alike. The Met Office has issued a string of yellow weather…
Carer’s Leave Bill passes Second Crucial Reading
Last month, the Carer’s Leave Bill passed its Second Reading, securing vital Government support. This was a significant hurdle and a boost for carers who…
Holiday Entitlement and Pay Calculations
Holiday Entitlement and Pay Calculations: The Basics Calculating holiday entitlement and pay can be quite complex, more so if the worker works part-time or irregular…
World Menopause Day
World Menopause Day – 18th October 2022 Today is World Menopause Day and The International Menopause Society are encouraging all employers to raise awareness in…
