The HR Forum

Did you spot the changes to new Flexible Furlough?

The new guidance was published on 10th November 2020 (with a couple of corrections added on 12th) clarifying the rules for the extended furlough scheme. Nothing too much of note but there is an important caveat: "The government is reviewing whether e

New to the Level 5 CIPD Diploma in Human Resource Management - Study Partners?

Hi Everyone,

I have just watched the Welcome Webinar (for the second time, I like to be well informed, haha).

I am so excited to start the course! I am currently working as a HR Administrator/HR Assistant and keen to develop my career within the secto

Break in Continuity

Hi everyone,

I'm after a little guidance regarding continuous service, specifically a break in continuity.

My question is, would a permanent employee need a 4 week break in continuity if they resigned from their current position but during their notice

DBS / Criminal Record Checks

Hi All,

I'm looking for some advice :-)

I'm investigating pre-employment screening providers for work. It's a long time since I was involved in DBS checks and I believe things have changed. Can someone tell me what the employer see's on an employees DB

COVID-19 Holiday

Hi All, 

I would like to ask you if you have any idea on my concern.

Can we ask people not to go on holiday in places that they will have to self isolate when they return?

If not, can I ask people to take unpaid leave when they return - instead of being

Please help - Employee Engagement Survey

Hi EveryoneI would be most grateful if you could please take 2 minutes to complete my survey. Please click on the linkhttps://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/NXZBZ6VThank youKind Regards

EU settlement scheme

Hi all, 

Is it possible to offer a permanent contract to someone that has pre settled status (limited leave to remain)? The person is a family member of an EU citizen. 

Thank you in advance for your help. 

Martha 

Starting out on Level 5 HR Diploma - who else is with me?

Hi Everyone! 

Starting my CIPD (finally!!!) and hoping to connect and speak with people at the same point to discuss assessments but workplace pieces too - sooo who's with me?? 

Definitely been an interesting time to be in HR - work has been busy, conf

Redundancy during Furlough

Hi All, At my current work place the unfortunate decision has been made to make 99+ employees redundant following the most recent Government announcement. However - during the consultation/notice period - do employees need to be paid full pay? I only