by bespokehr | Nov 17, 2020 | Articles, Coronavirus, Furlough
The most up to date guidance on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) otherwise known as furlough, which is now set to run until 31 March 2021. There have been some changes to the original scheme that employers need to be aware of. What are the details of the...
by bespokehr | Nov 9, 2020 | Articles, Coronavirus, Remote working
As the majority of us are now home working once again, many employers may not have had enough time to prepare staff to properly get set up. We’ve put together this working from home toolkit to make sure your staff are supported. Are your staff set up properly? Use our...
by bespokehr | Nov 5, 2020 | Articles, Coronavirus, Remote working
Did you know that even if your staff are working from home, as an employer you are responsible for their health and safety? Now that staff are being told to work from home you will need to conduct a homeworking risk assessment on their work environment. Scroll to the...
by bespokehr | Nov 2, 2020 | Articles, Coronavirus, Furlough
As part of the latest lockdown measures, the government has extended the current Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (otherwise known as furlough) until 31st March 2021. It will run the same way as it did in August. More guidance is expected, but the top points to note...
by bespokehr | Oct 22, 2020 | Articles, Coronavirus
The Chancellor has announced the latest support for businesses impacted by COVID-19. These are: 1. New grant scheme: for businesses in hospitality, leisure & accommodation in high alert areas which are not legally closed. Via local authorities, businesses can...
by bespokehr | Oct 22, 2020 | Articles, Coronavirus
It’s safe to say that the annual Christmas party won’t be the same this year. With social gatherings of more than six impossible, what are the alternative Christmas party ideas so you can celebrate the end of a difficult year with your staff? Here are some of the top...
