EML Blogs

Your go-to hub for HR insights, updates, and expert advice.

Whether you’re navigating policy changes, looking for ways to boost employee engagement, or exploring HR solutions, you’ll find fresh, relevant content to support and inspire your strategy.

Check back regularly for new articles, features, and thought leadership tailored to the evolving world of HR, Employment Law and Health, Safety and Wellbeing.

Workplace Wellness

Helping employees weather the storm

Recent events have left many people worrying about their financial wellbeing. According to research from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), almost 6 in 10 adults in the UK are struggling to keep…

21 February 2023

Health & Safety News

Ventilation testing company fined for putting hundreds of employees at risk of serious health

St Helen’s based company Airtec Filtration Ltd, provide testing for extract ventilation systems which reduces exposures to airborne contaminants in a workplace. Following a proactive prosecution case by the Health and Safety…

16 February 2023

HR / Employment Law News

The King’s Coronation: Preparing for the extra bank holiday

Monday 8 May 2023 has been designated as an extra bank holiday to mark the coronation of King Charles III, which will take place on Saturday 6 May. However, as the nation…

9 February 2023

HR / Employment Law News

Why Employers could be missing a trick if they don’t consider Apprenticeships

There is a growing demand for apprenticeships in the UK with an increase in 17-19 years olds preferring this to a traditional degree course or entry-level job, to acquire skills and valuable…

6 February 2023

HR / Employment Law News

Embracing neurodiversity in the workplace

Although the term neurodiversity isn’t new, its awareness has certainly increased in recent years. Promoting a diverse and inclusive culture is now more important than ever. However, many Diversity, Equality & Inclusion…

30 January 2023

HR / Employment Law News

How school leavers are shaping future talent

The government is investing millions of pounds to give young people access to T Level qualifications to help them gain the skills they need to secure rewarding careers. What are T Levels?…

16 January 2023

HR / Employment Law News, Tribunals

Annual Employment Tribunal stats published

The latest Employment Tribunal Solicitors and EAT statistics have been published by the Ministry of Justice. They cover the period April 2021 to March 2022 and whilst they don’t include how many…

12 January 2023

Workplace Wellness

HSE publishes latest work-related ill-health statistics

In their latest published statistics, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) estimates there are approximately 1.8 million workers in Great Britain suffering from a work-related illness. Stress, depression, or anxiety make up…

1 December 2022

HR / Employment Law News

What every employer should know as we approach the Christmas party season

The Christmas party season is now well and truly upon us. Following the disruption caused by the pandemic which meant parties were held virtually or put on hold, this year employers are…

28 November 2022

HR / Employment Law News

How to tackle HR issues during the FIFA World Cup 2022

The FIFA World Cup 2022 has been surrounded with controversy with regards to host Qatar’s poor human rights and LGBTQA record, but although there are some people who may boycott the tournament…

21 November 2022

HR / Employment Law News

5 HR Trends for 2023 to improve recruitment and boost staff retention

HR has changed significantly in recent years, particularly in the wake of the pandemic, which presented new challenges and caused a major shift in organisational cultures as HR teams had to quickly…

3 November 2022

HR / Employment Law News

Tackling workplace bullying in the remote era

We have seen a rapid increase in digital communication with channels such as Whats App, Slack and Teams offering valuable opportunities for employees to collaborate and maintain contact while working from home….

17 October 2022