Do You Really Need an HR Department? The Alternative for Small Businesses
For a small business, employing an HR manager can feel like a big step. You might have 10 employees, 30 employees or […]
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An Employee Isn’t Performing: What Should You Actually Do?
There is a point in almost every business when an employee is not performing as well as expected. Perhaps their work is […]
Employment Contracts: 7 Things Small Businesses Should Check | Westcountry HR
When was the last time you looked at your employees’ contracts? If the answer is “I can’t remember”, you are certainly not […]
5 HR Problems Small Businesses Often Ignore | Westcountry HR
5 HR Problems Small Businesses Often Ignore Until They Become a Big Problem Running a small business means there is always something […]
Sexual Harassment Training
Sexual Harassment: The New Duty to Take “All Reasonable Steps” Are you ready? From 30 October 2026, employers in England, Wales and […]
Why Every SME in Devon & Cornwall Should Prioritise a Proactive HR Strategy
What’s Ahead? Here’s a breakdown of the current timetable for the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) and when key reforms are expected to […]
How to Avoid Common HR Mistakes That Cost SMEs Thousands
What’s Ahead? Here’s a breakdown of the current timetable for the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) and when key reforms are expected to […]
Employment Rights Bill – Update
What’s Ahead? Here’s a breakdown of the current timetable for the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) and when key reforms are expected to […]
Dealing with Sickness Absence
Why Medical Reports Matter Before Formal Action Striking the Right Balance Employees inevitably fall ill from time to time. A few sick days […]
5 Ways Managers Can Support Mental Health at Work
Mental Health isn’t just a personal issue; it’s a workplace one too. In today’s fast-paced work environment, stress, burnout, and anxiety are […]