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Working with PD Ports

30/08/2022

A Career with one of the UK9;s major port groups PD Ports employ more than 1,300 people, owning and operating well-connected ports along the East coast of the UK; unlocking key markets in the North, South, Midlands…

Economic Review on Employment

20/09/2022

Following the release of the ONS Statistics in September, we review key findings and how this impacts employment in the UK. Employment rate Employment rates across the UK have been relatively high recently, and the most recent figures support this…

What role does a training provider play?

22/09/2022

If you are a business considering hiring an apprentice, youâ€™ll need to choose a training provider to work with. Thatâ€™s why itâ€™s important to understand the role they play in an apprenticeship. A training provider looks after…

Living Wage Rates (September 2022) - Guest Article from Ian Holloway

22/09/2022

On 29 May 2022, the Living Wage Foundation announced that new 2022/23 rates would be announced in September in response to the rising cost of living.Â Usually, new rates are announced in Living Wage Week which falls in November.…

Economic recession offers opportunity for HR to shine bright

26/10/2022

According to research from Personio, more than 50% of HR teams across the UK are expecting to see cuts to their budgets going into 2023. With the cost of living crisis paired with further devaluation of the pound to a…

Reforming the Right to Request Flexible Working

08/11/2022

Under provisions in the Employment Rights Act 1996 (in Great Britain) and the Employment Rights (Northern Ireland) Order 1996, all employees have the statutory right to request to work flexibly and employers have a duty to consider.Â However, this is…

Our Employees of the Month Awards

09/11/2022

Each month, we ask our teams across the UK to nominate their 9;Employees of the Month9; Join us in celebrating the nominees for October and November who demonstrates a good attitude towards work, are helpful and reliable, they work hard…

How can you streamline your payroll system?

15/11/2022

The demand for payroll professionals with a strong background in systems is on the rise. As businesses look to upgrade or integrate their payroll system to streamline processes, this has increased the need for applicants to possess these skills and…

Latest Employment Law Update proves very succesful

15/11/2022

Our most recent Employment Law Update in partnership with international law firm Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP took place on Wednesday 9th November. Amanda Underhill, HR Recruitment Business Manager here at Ashley Kate HR & Finance, opened the session with a…

Exclusivity Clause Extension from December 2022

17/11/2022

Employment law is a devolved responsibility to Northern Ireland.Â Therefore, it is always necessary to consider: What applies in Great Britain may or may not apply in Northern Ireland. Likewise, of course, Something that applies in Northern Ireland may or…