Duty to prevent sexual harassment | Almost half of UK employers still not compliant
Almost a year on from the introduction of the Worker Protection Act 2024, new research from our colleagues at WorkNest reveals that many employers are still falling short of their legal duty to prevent sexual […]
Unconscious bias in the workplace | Lessons from The Celebrity Traitors
The Celebrity Traitors has had us all hooked. While we tuned in for the drama, betrayals, and tense round tables, beneath the entertainment lies an important lesson about workplace psychology – specifically, unconscious bias. Every […]
Stress in the UK workplace: its impact and what employers can do
Workplace stress has become a major contributor to mental health issues in the UK. Latest statistics from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), report that around 776,000 workers reported suffering from work-related stress, depression or […]
Supporting neurodivergent volunteers: reflections on the case of Tom Boyd
The recent case of Tom Boyd, a neurodivergent volunteer at Waitrose, has sparked intense discussion regarding the treatment of workers that require additional assistance. Our latest blog explores what employers can do to support neurodivergent volunteers.
How HR and Cybersecurity Can Manage a Cyber Attack
HR can play a crucial role with a business cyber-attack plan of action. Manage breaches of business data with these expert tips to protect your business.
Protecting Employee Data From a Cyber Attack
If your business suffers an employee data breach, take immediate seps to protect your staff and business. Explore actionable steps in this expert guide.
What happens if an employee resigns during a disciplinary process?
Employees sometimes choose to resign partway through a disciplinary process – often to avoid potential dismissal and protect their professional reputation. But what does this mean for employers, and what steps should you take to […]
How to handle AI-written employee grievances
It’s becoming an increasingly familiar scenario: an employee submits a grievance that’s unusually polished, highly detailed, and full of legal references. It reads more like a solicitor’s letter than an internal complaint. And when you […]
How to avoid grievances in the workplace | Practical tips for HR
Formal grievances at work can be both time-consuming and emotionally draining. While the grievance procedure is an essential safeguard for employees, frequent complaints can quickly become a distraction, consuming valuable time and energy that could […]
Sandwich leave policies: Are they legal in the UK?
What HR leaders need to know Employees often look to optimise their annual leave, booking around weekends or public holidays to stretch their time off. While understandable, this behaviour has prompted some employers to consider […]
Indefinite Leave to Remain Changes: Employer’s Guide
Immigration is never far from the headlines. This week, UK political parties Reform and Labour set out proposals for changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain and how non-UK nationals can obtain it. This is a […]
Are you ready for a rise in union activity?
What the Employment Rights Bill could mean for employers The proposed Employment Rights Bill is set to shake up the way trade unions interact with employers – and many HR teams are already bracing themselves […]
Quiet cracking | How to spot and stop silent disengagement in your workplace
First, it was quiet quitting. Then came quiet firing. Now, there’s a new workplace issue employers and HR professionals need to be aware of: quiet cracking. At esphr, our specialist employment lawyers work exclusively with […]
Sponsor licence compliance in social care: are you doing enough?
The Home Office has recently announced that record numbers of sponsor licences have been revoked, with adult social care among the most affected sectors. Between July 2024 and June 2025, nearly 2,000 sponsor licences were revoked, more than double […]
Understanding business visit visas for the UK
Many UK employers occasionally need foreign staff to come over for short business visits. However, without a clear understanding of what visitors can and cannot do in the UK with regards to work, there’s a […]