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We hope you enjoy the wide range of blog articles featured. We cover a wide range of topics including HR best practices, employment law updates, recruitment strategies, employee engagement, tips for effective people management, and addressing people challenges to help businesses navigate their HR needs with confidence.

Meet The Team: Alistair

Meet The Team: Alistair

Have you ever wondered where The HR Booth's name came from? Well now you do! In the latest Meet The Team feature, we caught up with Alistair to talk about how The HR Booth became the business we are today, and what Alistair's day-to-day role is like. Have a read...

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All HR Legislation Updates – April 2024

All HR Legislation Updates – April 2024

Several amendments to employment legislation will be implemented starting on 6 April 2024. These adjustments are applicable to England, Scotland, and Wales; however, they do not extend to Northern Ireland, as employment law in this region is devolved. Changes to...

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Ask The Expert – Calum

Ask The Expert – Calum

We sat down with our in-house recruitment expert and HR consultant Calum to go over what job candidates look for in modern day job adverts. Mindset Shift Before, you might have considered a job advert simply as a list of duties an employee must carry out, focusing...

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Top 5 HR Consultancies in Glasgow

Top 5 HR Consultancies in Glasgow

As a leading HR consultancy Glasgow, we specialise in providing tailored HR services to businesses across the UK and beyond. Our team have grown from 4 to 14 over the last couple of years to have even more capacity to support businesses in the Glasgow area and beyond....

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Employer’s Guide to Carer’s Leave in the Workplace

Employer’s Guide to Carer’s Leave in the Workplace

New Carer’s Leave regulations, introduced on 6 April 2024, have been designed to offer essential support for employees who provide ongoing care for a dependant with a long-term care need. These regulations establish a new statutory right and ensure that eligible...

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Meet The Team: Lynn

Meet The Team: Lynn

Pick & Mix in the Maldives? Sounds good to us! This week we spoke to one of our HR Consultants, Lynn. Have a read below to find out her dream holiday and whose job she would swap with for one day only! 1. How long have you worked for The HR Booth? I have worked...

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Paternity Leave: Employment Law Updates 2024

Paternity Leave: Employment Law Updates 2024

Paternity Leave: The Key Changes In the forthcoming Employment Law Updates, there are several significant changes regarding Paternity Leave that you should be aware of, particularly if your baby is born after the 6th of April 2024. These updates, which have been in...

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Meet The Team – Lorraine

Meet The Team – Lorraine

Did you know that The HR Booth runs in the family? Well it does! This week we spoke to Lorraine, our Business Support Manager, but also Alistair's wife. Find out more about her work behind the scenes. P.S. Alistair take note of answer no.7!   1. How long have you...

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Rewarding Employee Loyalty

Rewarding Employee Loyalty

Why Reward Your Employees? Rewards and recognition for employee loyalty are akin to the finishing touch on a beautifully crafted cake – they enhance the overall workplace experience, leaving a lasting impression on everyone involved. In an era marked by rapid changes...

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CIPD Conference Scotland 2024

CIPD Conference Scotland 2024

Check out the key points from the Annual CIPD Scotland Conference 2024: Moments That Matter: Recognising and valuing significant moments in our employees' journeys will impact their engagement and loyalty.​​Employee Voice: The importance of not just providing a...

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Single Parents Day: Supporting Our Unsung Heroes

Single Parents Day: Supporting Our Unsung Heroes

As we commemorate Single Parents Day on March 21st, it's crucial to delve into the myriad facets of single parenthood, acknowledging the profound dedication and sacrifices made by individuals like you who heroically shoulder the responsibilities of both parent and...

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Navigating Recessions: A Strategic Guide for Employers

Navigating Recessions: A Strategic Guide for Employers

We caught up with CEO & Founder of The HR Booth, Alistair, to get his thoughts on this topic of recessions and redundancies. The UK have entered a “technical” recession, and this has naturally made business owners a little anxious. I've been in HR for over 30...

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Continuous Professional Development: How to Unlock Success

Continuous Professional Development: How to Unlock Success

In today's dynamic and ever-evolving workplace landscape, the concept of continuous professional development (CPD) stands as a cornerstone for both your personal and organisational growth. At the heart of every successful enterprise lies a workforce committed to...

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Leap Year: Understanding Pay & Holiday Entitlements

Leap Year: Understanding Pay & Holiday Entitlements

Every four years, we experience the rare occurrence known as a leap year, adding an extra day to our calendar. But amidst the excitement of this calendrical anomaly, questions arise, particularly in the realm of employment: Does a leap year entitle employees to an...

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Meet The Team: Kaitlin

Meet The Team: Kaitlin

Welcome to our Meet The Team feature. We caught up with Kaitlin to find out more about her role at The HR Booth, what a typical day looks like and who's job she job swap with for 24 hours​. How long have you worked for The HR Booth? I have been working for The HR...

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TUPE: A Comprehensive Guide

TUPE: A Comprehensive Guide

In the dynamic landscape of business, mergers, acquisitions, and outsourcing have become commonplace strategies for growth and restructuring. However, amidst the excitement of expansion and transformation, employers and employees alike are faced with the complexities...

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