Dogs in the Workplace: Benefits, Risks & Policies
Dogs may make the workplace more friendly and enjoyable, enhancing employee morale, increasing productivity and strengthening relationships, but they can also be disruptive and may potentially cause damage or injury. If you choose to develop a dog-friendly workplace, you must establish clear standards and be open and honest about expectations and restrictions. If your company […]
How to Spot a Fake Sick Note
An important aspect of an organisation’s absence management programme will be identifying and dealing with suspected fraudulent sickness absence and non-genuine sickness claims (‘pulling sickies’) or exaggerating symptoms or a condition to justify more time off work. For managers and HR, this means being alert to signs of potential issues, such as being given a […]
Job Offer Letter UK 2026: What to Include, Examples & Tips
A job offer letter is used when an employer would like to offer a candidate a position with their organisation. Having been through what is often likely to be a lengthy recruitment process, sifting through applications and shortlisting applicants for interview, it can feel like a huge relief to select the successful candidate. However, it […]