Advocate Magazine - Autumn 2020

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HR IN LOCKDOWN In the second of our HR in Lockdown special supplements we cover more of the issues that are setting new challenges for HR professionals in our new working world. alcohol-related dependency advo hr takes a closer look at alcohol dependency, which has seen a rise since lockdown. How should you support staff and what should you be aware of?

common redundancy pitfalls & coronavirus related mistakes

number one priority that employees believe their employer should be responsible for supporting.

productive homeworking needs male/female wellness divide wellbeing support. New research challenges gender

Two thirds of employers report home workers more, or as As we enter a second national productive as when in the lockdown in England organisations workplace, but cite a need to may now be considering support their mental health. redundancies. But take care, many will make fundamental mistakes big commitment to offer flexible

tribunal claims surging during lockdown There is a surge in tribunal cases since lockdown with organisations, more than ever before, needing help to avoid the cost of getting it wrong. We take a look at what is fuelling the upturn and what should be done.

employee priority: mental health support Out of the four key pillars of wellbeing, mental wellbeing is the

a reminder to employers to ensure apt support and benefits are in place alongside more flexible working.

working

According to a recent study, nearly two-thirds of employers plan on offering flexible working to their employees following the pandemic. What makes companies change their traditional way of working?

shifting job market More than half of UK workers plan to make career changes to in the next 12 months as a direct result of the Coronavirus pandemic,

stereotypes and highlights that when it comes to wellbeing female employees have more health and concerns than their male colleagues. We take a closer look.

the importance of accurate recordkeeping We focus on the importance of accurate records which can now include personal data relating to the NHS Track and Trace, Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme claims, Job Retention Bonus claims and claiming SSP.

do’s & do not’s of dismissals & social media With the BBC bringing in harsh new guidelines what should organisations be aware of?


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