According to a poll by the CIPD, around 10% of employers would say neurodiversity is a consideration in their organisation's people management practices. But with some conditions and disabilities hidden, how can employers support their neurodivergent employees in the workplace? Neurodiversity at work Neurodiversity refers to the different ways the brain can work and interpret information. It highlights that people naturally think about things differently. Most people are neurotypical, meaning that the brain functions and processes information in the way society expects. It is estimated…
Being inclusive and supporting diversity can assist employers in many ways, such as retaining diverse staff and improving employee satisfaction and wellbeing. There’s also plenty of evidence to show that organisations with a diverse workforce are more likely to perform financially! Yet neurodiversity can often be something employers don’t understand, even though they’d like to ensure they have a wide range of different thinking and perspectives within their workforce. With that in mind, let’s explore what neurodiversity is, how to recruit and retain neurodiverse employees,…
Please note, legislation has been updated in regards to holiday calculations since this article was written, effective for holiday years starting on or after 1 April 2024, so some of the content below may be out-of-date. If you're a Moorepay client, please contact us if you need guidance. Otherwise, please see this article on the changes for more information. July finally saw the end of the ‘term-time’ holidays saga. The Supreme Court has endorsed the earlier Court of Appeal judgement. This debacle has lasted over…
Over 3,000 people across 70 companies in the UK are expected to take part in a 6-month pilot scheme of the four-day working week. The scheme, which launched on 13 June 2022, is being coordinated by ‘4 Day Week Global’, in conjunction with Autonomy (a UK based think tank) and the 4 Day Week UK Campaign, with research involvement from Oxford and Cambridge universities and Boston College. The pilot scheme is based on the 100:80:100 model – 100% of pay for 80% of the time,…
With the school holidays now underway, record-breaking heatwaves and travel chaos at many airports, there are some unique issues for employers to manage this summer. And while for many the summer season means sun, sea and sand, for employers it can also mean increased absence, an influx of annual leave requests and questioning how hot is too hot to work. Keep reading to find out how you can reduce the impact of summertime pressures on your business. 1. Dealing with an influx of annual leave…
Body odour is cited as the biggest bugbear for 70% of employees. So what should HR do to tackle this awkward and personal situation? In the first instance, you should not ignore the situation. Sitting next to, talking to and working with a colleague who has consistent objectionable personal hygiene can be an intricate concern for employers to deal with. You should consider the hefty impact this may have on relationships between colleagues, clients, and customers. For example, working with a colleague who has body odour…
As temperatures rise this summer, what can you do to keep your employees cool in the summer heat? And what does the law say on employees’ rights in hot weather? The regulations place a legal obligation on employers to provide a “reasonable” temperature in the workplace. However, while there is a minimum working temperature there is no statutory upper limit. Staff absences tend to rise dramatically during extreme weather instances due to the effects of the heat, stomach bugs, heat strokes/sunburn, and hay fever. So…
How should employers and HR managers handle unplanned absence during the current challenges facing British travellers and holiday makers during the summer months? After two years of COVID restrictions, the UK public are looking forward to taking summer holidays abroad again. However, several issues are making travel this summer a huge challenge for holiday makers, including lengthy airport queues, cancelled and delayed flights and even trains and other transportation affected by strikes and staff shortages. Recent reports state national transport unions and airports have told anyone…
Ever been pleased to receive a gift card, then left it lying in a drawer, semi forgotten for months? A workplace benefits package is often a focus when we join an organisation, but like that Boots card from your aunt, it’s only a win-win for everyone if you can make the most of it. With rising costs, labour shortages, pressure on wages, rising Covid rates and political upheaval, it’s never been more critical for employers to leave no stone unturned in the quest to maximise…
Last month, Sir Lindsay Hoyle signed a pledge vowing to make the House of Commons “menopause friendly” for staff. Possible adjustments include well-ventilated rooms and fans, flexible working and breathable uniforms. The Commons Speaker said he wants to create a culture of openness and “break the taboo” around the subject. The announcement comes after the largest survey of menopausal women in the UK last month showed that 80% of respondents said their employer hasn’t shared information, trained staff, or put in place a menopause absence…
