Recent articles have highlighted a growing trend in workplaces across the UK: employees using AI tools to draft and submit grievances. While technology can support clarity and confidence, it is also creating new challenges for HR teams: particularly where grievances...
For small businesses in England and Wales, keeping HR policies up to date has never been more important; or more complex. Employment law changes frequently, and policies must reflect not only legal requirements but also the reality of a business’s sector, size and...
There’s no denying it: AI is changing the way we work. From drafting documents to summarising data, AI can save hours of time and offer useful starting points. Used well, it enhances productivity and consistency. Used poorly, however, it risks something far more...
Festive HR practices should protect your business while keeping employees engaged and motivated over Christmas. A clear plan around conduct, time off and wellbeing will help the season run smoothly. Plan policies and communication Ensure core HR policies on behaviour,...
In today’s workplace, conflict is inevitable — but tribunal claims don’t have to be. What many organisations don’t realise is that most disputes that escalate into formal action could have been resolved much earlier with the right training, processes, and...
Leonie Goodman Consulting offers HR solutions designed for businesses in central London, providing expert support to help companies thrive. With over 20 years of experience, Leonie has held senior HR positions within large multi-site organisations and now specialises...
Dealing effectively with disciplinaries and grievances in the workplace is essential for fostering a culture of accountability and trust among employees and employers alike. Clearly defined disciplinary and grievance policies help establish the standards of acceptable...
Leonie Goodman offers personalised HR solutions tailored to the unique needs of small and medium-sized businesses, helping them drive growth, engagement, and compliance without the complexities of an in-house HR department. With over 18 years of senior HR leadership...
How do you know manage employee productivity when they are working from home? Most companies will have an HR information system where people will log in and log out so you know the hours that they are working. However, maybe...
Changes to UK unfair dismissal laws under the new Employment Rights Bill will take place around Autumn 2026. On of the biggest changes will be the removal of the two-year qualifying period for employees to bring an unfair...
