With the General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) being in force since 2018 it’s tempting to think all the fuss that surrounded its introduction has gone away. But UK GDPR is still very much with us. People are more aware of their individual rights, and data...
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Understanding GDPR – a summary
GDPR, or General Data Protection Regulation in its full name, is the regulation in EU law on data protection and privacy. This applies to how we look after our employee data, how long we can store it for, and so many other areas of data protection law. It can be a...
Recording conversations at work
Now that 99% of people have a smartphone in their pocket, it’s a real worry for employers that they’ll find themselves being secretly recorded by an employee. This can throw up all sorts of problems, from creating mistrust between colleagues to leaving you on the...
7 HR problems your spreadsheet can’t solve
The spreadsheet - a great place to create and analyse data, right? Right. So there’s no harm in using it for managing your HR, right? Well, not quite. We know that it can be an easy way to manage holiday requests and employee information when you're just starting out....
ChatGPT in the workplace
We all know how quickly technology is advancing and with each great leap in artificial intelligence (AI), comes more questions. AI is part of our day-to-day lives now, which means we’re still learning how it impacts our working world and the jobs in it. ChatGPT is the...
Why do small businesses need HR support?
Running a small business can be both demanding and rewarding. From the early days of being a brand-new start-up through to running a thriving well-established business, managing people will always be part and parcel of being a business owner. Whether you have a team...
7 ways small businesses can transform their recruitment using ATS
We all know that recruitment can be a challenging process; there’s the time it takes to sift through CVs, managing multiple vacancies at the same time, and of course, finding the best candidate for the role. While Fortune 500 companies have deep pockets and wide...
What’s new in employment law 2023?
2022 has been another tricky year for HR issues in small businesses, with the cost-of-living crisis and some remaining issues from the Covid-19 pandemic adding extra pressure to employers, employees, and households across the country. Here at citrus HR, we work hard...
How to pick the best HR software for your small business
Spend some time googling HR software for small businesses and you’ll quickly appreciate how much choice there is. The market is cluttered, no question about it. So how do we sort through the impenetrable jargon and marketing shpiel to choose the best option? That’s...
Does a small business need HR software?
“Do I need HR software for my small business?” The simple fact you’re asking that question indicates what the answer might be, but let’s break it down. Here’s a story we commonly encounter... HR creep Business start-ups rarely consider HR until they need to. And why...
Phishing: how to protect your small business
Protecting your customer and employee data might seem easy, but with different hacking techniques coming into play on a daily basis, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to know if you are emailing Helen the HR Assistant or Sam the Scammer. But never fear. There are...
What can HR software do for my small business?
Small businesses can get along without HR software. Using Excel spreadsheets, Google Calendar, paper lists and post-it notes, it’s absolutely possible to keep yourself up to date, organised, and on the right side of compliance. In a small business, it’s usually the...
Staff handbook or employee handbook: what is it and why is it important?
What is a staff handbook? A staff handbook, also known as an employee handbook or employee manual, is a collection of documents and policies outlining everything employees need to know about working at that company. As a small business owner, you’re required by law to...
Employment Law Changes to look out for in 2022
2021 has been another very difficult year for HR issues in your smaller business, especially with the new norm of lockdowns, self-isolation, working from home, and furlough. 2022 looks set to be another challenging year as we continue to deal with the effects of...
Electronic monitoring in your small business – is it a good idea?
As many small businesses commit to hybrid working long-term post-pandemic in the UK, and other forms of remote working, electronic monitoring employees’ activities while working remotely has become an increasingly hot topic as employers try to keep track of tasks, and...
Compulsory Covid vaccination – can employers introduce a ‘no jab, no job’ policy?
With the roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine well underway in the UK, you are likely to be considering how this is affecting your staff and any plans to open up your workplace. Many UK employers are strongly encouraging their staff to get the vaccine, but without making...
Self-isolation and the double jabbed – what the rule changes mean for employers
There’s a definite increase in the numbers of people travelling on public transport and the numbers of cars on the roads. It feels like September is the month when many employers are asking office staff to come back to the workplace, even just for one or two days per...
Five top tips to manage your employees’ office equipment in a hybrid working environment
The Covid-19 pandemic stopped employees all over the country from coming into work, and subsequently sparked a culture shift for the UK’s workforce towards working from home. As we emerge from the pandemic, the option of combining the two in hybrid working is becoming...
Staff asking to work from abroad? 5 points to check before you say yes
With travel opening up this summer, you may well see some employees asking to work for extended periods from warmer, drier climes if they have the chance to spend a few weeks abroad. With the advances in remote working during Covid, you may be happy to try to...
Employment law changes to look out for in 2021
If you’re a smaller business weary of coping with a surge of HR issues during 2020, whether caused by Covid-19, Brexit or just day-to-day operations, we feel for you and help is at hand! The UK has just been identified as one of the most complex HR and payroll...
NHS Test and Trace for COVID 19 – what employers need to know
You may have seen conflicting messages in the news recently about when a Test and Trace App may become available for use in the UK. However, the manual NHS Test and Trace system, using contact tracers to track down information about contacts of infected people, has...
7 employment law changes coming in 2020
It’s a busy time for changes to employment law. Below are seven key changes to be aware of and to plan for now, that are definitely happening. We expect most of these to come into effect in April. And there are even more employment law changes outlined in the Queen’s...
TUPE: How to get the transfer process right
If you’re involved in a TUPE (Transfer of Undertakings Protection of Employment) transfer process, either as the outgoing employer (the “transferor”) or incoming employer (the “transferee”), there are several crucial steps you need to follow to make sure you get...
Travel time to work law
As a small business owner, it can be tricky keeping up to date with different employment laws. Sometimes it seems as if the rules are constantly changing, particularly around hours and holidays, and this can cause a lot of worries for employers who don’t want to risk...