Category Archives: Health & Wellbeing

The election of a new Labour government has sparked interest in the potential changes to UK employment law. Bill Larke, HR lead at JCHR, explores the Labour Party’s plans and what they could mean for employers.

Primed has dealt with its fair share of “difficult” employee cases over 24 years. The worst often involve new hires who are either serial litigators or simply unfit for the job – sometimes a toxic combination of both.

From October 2024, a new duty will require UK employers to actively prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

With NHS backlogs continuing to rise, the future of employee healthcare is a pressing concern. Should employers consider offering private healthcare to their staff? As healthcare demands grow, exploring the benefits of private workplace health insurance is becoming increasingly crucial.

Why is wellbeing at work so important? Enhancing employee satisfaction, reducing stress, and boosting overall performance are just a few reasons.

While changes in staffing present challenges, it’s also an opportunity to improve. By focusing on employee retention, you can alleviate the pressure on your remaining team and maintain a knowledgeable workforce.

HR faces a recurring challenge every year: managing sick leave around the August bank holiday. So, what steps can you take from an employer’s perspective if this occurs in your company?