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Supporting Employees Returning to Work After Lockdown
After what seemed like an eternity, lockdown was gradually relaxed, and workers were able to return to work, provided it was safe to do so. This was a welcome relief for millions of business owners who were keen to get back up and running. However, it also brought...
HR update – the pay changes you need to know
As you would have already been aware, April 2021 saw some pay changes for employers. This included changes to limits in: Compensation for unfair dismissal. Redundancy pay. National minimum wage. Statutory sick pay. Statutory family leave pay. As an employer, it's...
QUIZ: What’s your leadership style, and why does it matter?
If you’re in a management position, it’s crucial that you are also a great leader. Managing processes and getting things done is of course essential – but successfully leading a team is where you will add real value to your organisation. Knowing and understanding your...
Meet the team – Emma Lewis
Our business is all about people. We know that our clients love getting to know our team better. This month, we’re putting the spotlight on Emma Lewis, our HR Advisor.Time at PMHR: 5 months. You know what they say about time when you’re having fun!You are a HR Advisor...
What’s the difference between – a leader and a manager?
We’re often asked if being a Manager is the same thing as being a Leader. It’s an interesting question, so let’s explore the key differences in leader vs manager roles. Picture the scene. Jane has been with her company for two years. She’s great at what she does, her...
Question time: Lessons from working during a lockdown
During the third national lockdown in the UK, the legalities and logistics of working during lockdown became one of the hottest topics. While more people were allowed to go to work compared to the first lockdown in March 2020, the message from the Government remained...
Brexit checklist for employers: Were you ready for 2021?
Whatever your feelings about Brexit – in or out – an agreement was finally reached. It had been a long time coming, and despite being somewhat overshadowed, it was important that employers were aware of any potential implications, especially in areas such as...
We need a bigger trophy cabinet!
We've always prided ourselves on being an award-winning HR consultancy business. Over the past few months the tally keeps on growing! We're celebrating after scooping a clutch of top accolades. The company, which managed outsourced HR for leading North West...
When life gives you lemons ….
As HR consultants and trainers, one area of key focus has always been leadership. We know that businesses need a strong leader to guide and direct the team. Indeed, this is how the most successful organisations succeed. Yet what happens when things go wrong? There’s...
Meet the team – Samantha Croston
Our business is all about people – and we know that our clients love getting to know our team better. This month, we’re putting the spotlight on Sam Croston, our HR Business Partner. Time at PMHR: Three years – and they know what they say about time when you’re having...
Niel Cope appears in prestigious Leaders Council podcast with Geoff Hurst
Niel Cope is the Managing Director of People Matters HR, a company based in Bury. He spoke on a podcast by The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. During the episode, he appeared alongside Sir Geoff Hurst, the 1966 World Cup champion. About The...
Engagement and Training options while remote working
The workplace changed beyond recognition during the lockdown period. We were working from home, staff were furloughed and for many, business was painfully slow. We know – you’ve heard it all before. What could companies do to keep staff engaged and motivated during...