Care workers and Care home Vaccinations
The UK government recently introduced new legislation, effective from 11 November 2021, that requires people working in care homes to be Covid-19 vaccinated. The new legislation will take effect on…
Returning to work from an HR perspective
As stage four of the road map kicks off from the 19th, we are left with decisions that need to be made by Employers.Whilst the Government has removed many of…
Returning back to the workplace
With restrictions slowly easing, there are plenty of employers who will be looking to get their employees back to the workplace as soon as they can. But many of us…
Furlough Scheme extended until September 2021
In the Budget it was announced by the chancellor that the furlough scheme will be extended until the end of September. Rishi Sunak said the scheme – which pays 80%…
Has the Pandemic increased the value of HR?
During the coronavirus crisis, the HR function has taken on a leading role. From understanding the changing Government guidance, to overseeing the move from office-based working to remote working, HR…
Ward Williams HR Newsletter – COVID-19 Update: February 2021
Our February newsletter has arrived! It can be viewed here: http://bit.ly/WWHR_Newsletter_Feb21 This month we cover the below topics: What implications does Long Covid have on Employers?Occupational Rehabilitation in the WorkplaceTop 5 HR…
Government simplifies Kickstart scheme criteria
The Government is to simplify the requirements for the Kickstart scheme, which is designed to create jobs for 16- to 24-year-olds, by reducing the limit for the number of vacancies…
New Furlough Treasury Direction
HM Treasury has issued a new Treasury Direction. It’s an amending Direction, not a comprehensive direction. But it seems three main points arise… The scheme is formally extended to 30…
What implications does Long Covid have on Employers?
With thousands of people still unwell months after contracting coronavirus, employers must prepare for the impact that Long Covid could have on their business. Several months on from the onset…