Upcoming Events at The HR Booth

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We have some upcoming events that we would like to share with you. To make this easier, we’ve put all the links and information that you need for these events, into one short article.

All of the following events will be held in-person at our Glenrothes office in Lomond Business Park (unless stated otherwise).

Succession Planning: Bridging the Gap Between Ageing Workforce and Apprenticeships

Understand the importance of succession planning in the context of an ageing workforce.

Learn strategies to retain and utilise the experience of senior employees.
 
Explore effective methods to attract and integrate young talent through apprenticeships.
 
Give you some tools to help you develop a succession plan tailored to your organisation’s needs

Suitable for: SMEs, including manufacturing and engineering, retail and hospitality, family business, trades and construction.

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If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, please contact us at marketing@thehrbooth.co.uk

Sickness Absence in Health and Social Care: Practical HR Support

Sickness Absence in Health and Social Care: Practical HR Support

Figures released by the NHS revealed sickness absence in health and social care was at a rate of 5.6%. This is more than double the UK average and highlights the ongoing pressure facing care providers. Data from the Health and Safety Executive further reinforces this...

Extra Bank Holiday for Scotland Fans June 2026

Extra Bank Holiday for Scotland Fans June 2026

The King announced this week that there will be an extra bank holiday on 15th June 2026 for Scotland fans. This is to celebrate Scotland competing at the Fifa World Cup for the first time in 28 years. We are already receiving a few questions from businesses asking if...

Statutory Sick Pay Changes: The Impact on Short-Term Absence

Statutory Sick Pay Changes: The Impact on Short-Term Absence

From April 2026, significant statutory sick pay changes are expected to come into force. Under the proposed Labour Employment Rights reforms, employees will become eligible for SSP from the very first day of illness, removing the current three-day waiting period. In...

Probation Period: What Are The Advantages?

Probation Period: What Are The Advantages?

A probation period is a set timeframe at the beginning of employment, most commonly three or six months, used to assess whether a new employee is the right fit for the role and the organisation. While probation periods are not a legal requirement, they remain best...

Recruitment Challenges in Social Care: How HR Can Support You

Recruitment Challenges in Social Care: How HR Can Support You

Recruitment challenges in social care continue to be one of the biggest pressures facing care providers across the UK. With high vacancy rates, increasing demand for services and intense competition for skilled staff, many organisations are struggling to build and...

Reduce Employee Burnout and Improve Wellbeing at Work

Reduce Employee Burnout and Improve Wellbeing at Work

Reduce employee burnout is more important than ever at this time of year. As temperatures drop and seasonal illnesses increase, many businesses see a rise in short-term absences. More concerning, however, is the growing trend of employees continuing to work despite...