HR Services Scotland Blog
You PLAN and DO, but when do you CHECK and ACT?
HR Services Scotland have supported many organisations through their journey to ISO certification and have also helped businesses implant successful maintenance plans which help remove last-minute panic before an audit.
Employment Law changes Employers must prepare for in 2024
From the day-one right to request flexible working to the introduction of rolled-up holiday pay, HR Services Scotland’s HR Director Kerry Hyslop runs through the
UFAS – Reducing Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals: Effective Strategies and Approaches
Unwanted Fire Alarm Signals (UFAS) are a significant concern for businesses and property owners, as they can cause unnecessary disruption and place an undue burden
Type 1 Diabetes In The Workplace
Monday 14th November 2022 is World Diabetes Day, an opportunity to raise awareness and understanding of diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is a chronic, life-threatening autoimmune
Why is menopause a workplace issue?
October is ‘menopause awareness month’, and ‘world menopause day’ is on 18th October 2023. To mark this, we look at what is happening within the
What risk does a UK SME face if they don’t have the correct employee documentation in place?
In a recent interview with our Managing Director, we asked, “What risk does a UK SME face if they don’t have the correct employee documentation
What risks does a UK SME face if they don’t have an operational Health and Safety system in place?
In a recent interview with our Managing Director, we asked, “What risks does a UK SME face if they don’t have an operational Health and
Why should you obtain ISO 14001?
ISO 14001 is an internationally recognised environmental management system (EMS) standard. It provides a framework for businesses to manage their environmental impact and reduce their
Why should you obtain ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 is an internationally recognized information security management system (ISMS) standard. It provides a framework for businesses to manage their information security risks and
5 Reasons why you should obtain ISO 9001 accreditation
ISO 9001 is an internationally recognized quality management system (QMS) standard. It helps businesses demonstrate their commitment to quality and continuous improvement and can provide
What are the benefits of a business outsourcing their HR function?
What are the benefits of a business outsourcing their HR function? Outsourcing the HR function is a strategic decision that many companies make to improve
Employers Update on the Bank Holiday for the King’s Coronation
On Sunday 6th November 2022, the government confirmed there will be a bank holiday in honour of the coronation of King Charles III, which is