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National Living Wage Rose to £12.21 in April 2025
As is the case each year, the National Living Wage in the UK rose in April. The new wage, which reflects the cost of living, came into effect on April 1st, 2025. While the minimum wage typically increases annually, this year’s rise was slightly different. Employers...
How will Labour’s new flexible workplace plans affect you?
Recent changes to flexible workplace plans require employers to consult with employees requesting time off. These new laws outline specific guidelines that businesses must follow to ensure compliance. What led to this legislation? From your very first day of...
Christmas party HR guidelines. Dos and don’ts
When the holiday season is underway, businesses have their annual Christmas and holiday parties. It can be the perfect opportunity to relax at the end of a stressful year, socialising with colleagues without having to discuss work. Even though you're outside regular...
Introducing the power of Leadership Development
Unlock leadership potential in your team and address the hidden impact of ineffective leadership on employee satisfaction and productivity. 37% of people have considered leaving their jobs because of their manager. We need to address the elephant in the room. Poor...
Plan to Make Work Pay
Labour’s new employment rights bill, Plan to Make Work Pay, is expected to be introduced on 12th October, 100 days after coming into office. Set to be the biggest change in employment rights in 100 years, it aims to improve protections for workers across various...
What could a Labour government mean for your business?
The 4th July is fast approaching and as all political parties are hot on the campaign trail, many business owners will be wondering exactly what this could potentially mean for them as employers. Niel Cope, CEO of award winning People Matters HR, has put together an...
What could the General Election mean for your business?
The 4th July is fast approaching and as all political parties are hot on the campaign trail, many business owners will be wondering exactly what the Labour government business impact could potentially mean for them as employers. Niel Cope, CEO of award winning People...
The rise of the Accidental Manager
In these challenging times, more than ever before businesses need strong leadership. When employees trust their leaders, they invest more time and creativity. Additionally, they engage better with customers and teammates. Morale is high and business is buoyant....
4 reasons to engage a HR Consultancy
People Matters HR, a prominent HR consultancy in the North West, offers customised HR consultancy benefits through a variety of retainer packages. These packages cater to diverse business types and growth stages, all sharing a common goal: enhancing professional...
3 ways … to reduce stress in the workplace
While stress has always been part and parcel of the workplace, after the disruption of the past few years, it is something that is being seen more and more. While this clearly isn’t acceptable – the statistics are there, and make pretty sobering reading:• Mental ill...
Leadership Training for Managers
Effective leadership is essential for business growth. Our leadership training for managers is designed to help SMEs develop confident leaders, improve team performance and build a more engaged workforce. People Matters HR CEO, Niel Cope, is delivering the intensive...
HR Updates – all you need to know
Confused by trying to follow all the latest HR updates? It’s not surprising. With frequently changing legislation, it can often feel like a full-time job just to keep up. As one of the North West’s leading HR Consultancies, People Matters HR understand the importance...