Keeping you posted

I aim to share short, informative posts on current developments and ideas in the HR space that are of practical use to employers and employees alike!

I want to make sure you always know what is happening in the world of human resources. Here I provide you with latest news and updates from Essential HR, as I identify them. This includes my own analyses, summaries of key legal developments month by month, and useful tips for your organisation.


Employer Rights Regarding Employee's Taking Leave

Know your rights regarding Employee's requesting and taking leave...

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End of Traffic Light System and a Public Holiday Announcement

We see the end of the Covid Traffic Light System and the addition of a one off Public Holiday to celebrate the life of Queen Elizabeth II...

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July Update and advising Mike will be on Annual Leave

Thursday 14th July 2022   In this update: Mike is going on Annual Leave and Essential HR will be closed for the week of 1 August Protected Disclosures Act 2022 now in force Case Law…

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Covid-19 Update - Changes to the Covid Response

A breakdown of the information given at todays Government Announcement... plus a couple of reminders...

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Essential Update – 25 February 2022 – Phase three Implications

All that you need to know about moving into Phase 3...

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Covid-19 Update and Minimum Wage

Entering Phase two of the red light and what that means for you...

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Covid-19 Policy Drafts

A copy of the draft Covid-19 policies for you to use...

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Christmas Update

Christmas Update – 15th December 2021   Somehow, we are in the last sprint to Christmas.

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Traffic Light Update - Sector Guidelines Out

The Sector Guidance was issued last night! Here is what you need to know...

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Traffic Lights Update - 23rd November 2021

The Traffic Light System starts on December 3rd... Here's what we can tell you so far...

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Keeping You Posted

11 April 2024

Essential Update - 11th April 2024

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10 January 2024

Essential Update - First update of 2024

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4 December 2023

Final 2023 Essential Update

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