June 1, 2026
What every employer needs to know right now Something has changed. And most business owners haven’t caught up with it yet. Your employees have a new […]
February 9, 2026
Clarity without committing to a full HR project The Employment Rights Act 2025 is one of the most significant changes to UK employment law in a […]
February 9, 2026
The Biggest Change in Employment Rights in a Generation, What It Really Means for Your Business The Employment Rights Act 2025 is being described as the […]
January 20, 2026
Severe weather can cause disruption fast. Trains get cancelled, roads become unsafe, childcare arrangements fall apart, and suddenly you are making decisions on pay, attendance and […]
January 14, 2026
Workplace bullying and harassment can erode morale, reduce productivity, and harm individuals’ well‑being. Managers are uniquely positioned to intervene early and guide affected employees toward resolution […]
January 5, 2026
A grievance rarely starts with the word “grievance”. It usually begins as a quiet complaint, a throwaway comment, a difficult conversation you did not see coming, […]
November 27, 2025
And what you need to consider? The Autumn Budget has landed, and while it’s being called a “reset” by the government, it’s SMEs and HR teams […]
November 10, 2025
You want to be fair, approachable and flexible with your team. That’s part of what makes you a great employer. You’re responsive to your people, open […]
October 25, 2025
More than 16,000 UK employers have now voluntarily signed up to pay a Real Living Wage to indicate their commitment to paying their employees a rate […]
October 24, 2025
We are hosting a live Q&A on all HR related topics on Tuesday 11th November from 12.30 to 1.30pm Our expert panel will be looking at your […]
October 22, 2025
When a growing SME discovered it might be breaking employment law without realising, they knew they needed expert help and fast. The Situation A family‑run business […]
October 6, 2025
Running a business is hard enough without worrying about whether you’re accidentally breaking employment law. Yet most business owners don’t realise they’re making mistakes until it’s […]
October 3, 2025
Partners Once Again for One of Torbay’s Biggest Business Events We are delighted to be returning as Partners for this year’s Riviera Connect Expo, taking place […]
September 29, 2025
This summer, UK businesses reported the fastest rate of job cuts in over four years, according to the latest Bank of England survey. The findings reflect […]
September 16, 2025
Artificial intelligence is making expense fraud more convincing and harder to detect. “Scarily realistic” AI-generated receipts are slipping through approval processes undetected, and unless you’re actively […]
September 9, 2025
Facing Redundancies? Get Straightforward, Expert Advice – Live on 25th September Making someone redundant is one of the most difficult responsibilities you face as a business […]
September 3, 2025
We’ve all been there.A good team member starts slipping. Projects stall. Tensions rise. And suddenly, you’re spending your time fixing issues rather than leading your business […]
August 29, 2025
Grief Awareness Day on 30 August is a timely reminder that, sadly, bereavement is something all of us will face at some point in our lives. […]
August 13, 2025
Key Steps for a Safe and Supportive Response When an employee tells you they’ve been harassed, your response can have a lasting impact, not just on […]
August 6, 2025
For many business owners, September is a blur. A rush of catching up post-summer, juggling staff holidays, and trying to move dormant projects forward before year-end. […]
August 1, 2025
What it is, how it works, and how to make the most of it The Apprenticeship Levy was introduced by the UK government to boost workforce […]
July 31, 2025
A £40,000 Wake-Up Call A recent case has made headlines, and with good reason. The owner of Big Fry Fish & Chips in Surrey was fined […]
July 25, 2025
What Employers Can Learn from Logo v Payone A recent employment case, Logo v Payone and others, has shed important light on the way tribunals assess […]
July 21, 2025
Staying ahead of employment law changes is crucial for any responsible employer, but as we know all too well, timelines can shift, legislation evolves, and clarity […]
July 15, 2025
And What You Can Do About It If your team is stockpiling annual leave like it’s a just-in-case fund, you’re not alone. New research shows millions […]
July 9, 2025
When the team grows, but the structure doesn’t – what happens next? That was the question facing one of our long-standing clients, a successful small business […]
July 4, 2025
Let’s face it – people issues can be expensive. Whether it’s a mishandled dismissal, a recruitment misstep, or poor team engagement, these problems don’t just affect […]
July 3, 2025
We all know how dynamic employment law is because much of it is based on case law. Case decisions at the Employment Appeal Tribunals or higher […]
June 26, 2025
We are hosting a live Q&A on all HR related topics on Tuesday 29th July from 12.30 to 1.30pm Our expert panel will be looking at […]
June 5, 2025
What Every Business Owner Needs to Know Finding the right HR support is one of the most important decisions a business owner can make—but it’s not […]
June 3, 2025
What Employers Need to Know and Do Now The UK Government’s latest immigration white paper, Restoring Control over the Immigration System, outlines sweeping reforms aimed at reducing […]
May 29, 2025
In any workplace, maintaining standards of conduct is essential, not just for productivity, but for fairness, morale, and legal compliance. A well written disciplinary policy is […]
May 20, 2025
At enlightenHR, we recently supported a small retail business in Somerset through a challenging redundancy process following the closure of one of their outlets. Our HR […]
May 20, 2025
Labour’s Employment Rights Bill Hiring great people has always been challenging for SMEs and upcoming employment law changes proposed by Labour’s Employment Rights Bill could make […]
May 14, 2025
Trends, Troubleshooting & Preparing for Change Join our Lunch & Learn webinar on Wednesday, 18th June 2025, 12:30 – 1:30pm via Zoom. Staying ahead of HR […]
May 12, 2025
An industrial business with 50+ employees based in Somerset faced a disruptive conflict between two key team members. The issue arose over workload and personal circumstances, […]
May 1, 2025
Expert HR advice for effectively communicating difficult situations and fostering employee involvement. When your business faces challenging times, clear communication and genuine employee involvement can make […]
April 25, 2025
We first engaged with this innovative event experience company, it was on a ad hoc basis as they were relatively small and didn’t have internal HR […]
April 16, 2025
We have supported an established financial advisory firm with around 25 employees. When we first started working with them, the business was experienced and successful – […]
April 9, 2025
Six Ways Preventative HR Can Save You Time, Money, and Hassle Ever feel like you’re constantly firefighting HR issues rather than running your business? You’re not […]
April 3, 2025
From 6th April 2025, the UK Government is introducing a transformative new statutory right to Neonatal Care Leave (SNCL) and Neonatal Care Pay (SNCP). This new […]
March 27, 2025
We’re excited to announce that enlightenHR has officially been named a BreatheHR Platinum Partner, a recognition we received during Breathe HR’s 10-year Partner Summit celebration. This […]
March 17, 2025
Bullying in the workplace is something no business owner wants to think about. But the reality is, even well-intentioned organisations aren’t immune to harmful behaviours. Bullying […]
February 26, 2025
We have all encountered workplace banter—the jokes, the laughs, the light-hearted jibes that can make the workday more enjoyable. But here’s the tricky part: when does […]
February 20, 2025
We are delighted to share that our partnership with Rowcroft Hospice is going from strength to strength. Building on our membership in Rowcroft’s Corporate Club and […]
February 19, 2025
With April 2025 on the horizon, whilst we are waiting for final confirmation on some statutory increases the new National Living Wage (NLW) and Minimum Wage […]
February 14, 2025
We are thrilled to announce that Debbie Cairns has joined our enlightenHR team! With over 25 years of experience spanning both the public and private sectors, […]
February 5, 2025
Redundancies: A Path No One Wants to Take No business owner sets out hoping to make redundancies. Yet sometimes, changing market conditions or financial pressures leave […]
January 23, 2025
When we talk about Organisational Design, we’re really talking about how your business runs from a people perspective. It’s about structuring your teams, roles, and workflows […]
January 8, 2025
As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your business, plan for the year ahead, and ensure you’re set up for […]
December 7, 2024
Is your business ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities that this year will bring? With rising costs from minimum wage increases, ongoing supply chain pressures, […]
