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HR Briefing Issue 282 – 9 February 2006
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Editor’s note
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In a new series, getting to the heart of employment law we look
at the realities of what can and cannot be achieved within the
employment relationship. Kick-starting it off is Mark Hunt, head
of employment at Reed Smith who reports on the legalities of
giving an employee the boot for reasons other than performance.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150407
We’re also delighted to welcome the latest member of the HR Zone
team, Sarah Fletcher who joins us as a reporter and journalist.
Don’t miss her exclusive Q&A with member Patti Whaley, Director
of Resources at the Forum for the Future, revealing all on life
in HR within the charity sector.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150343
Annie Hayes MCIPD
Editor
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Childcare Vouchers, can business ethics make a difference?
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You are probably aware of the major business benefits that a
Childcare Voucher scheme can bring to both your employees and
your company, but are you aware of the benefits of running an
ethical childcare voucher scheme?
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/redirects/imagine1.html
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Regular features
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Editor’s Comment: Is HR in need of some counselling?
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HR’s own self-loathing has caught the imagination of other
professions and its critics alike; so what can be done?
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150480
What can HR learn from: The theatre?
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Why simply delivering a message is not enough.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150643
Off the record: Can I dismiss an employee no one gets on with?
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Is bye, bye a reality?
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150407
Life Coach at Large: The graduate
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Emma Ranson Bellamy reflects on what she has learnt in the
journey from ‘fledgling’ life coach to ‘graduate’ including
overcoming concerns about public speaking.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150532
HR directors on interim management
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Interims are usually employed to provide skills or experience an
organisation currently needs. Recently, interim work has become
a career choice for talented executives because of the lifestyle
and work-life balance it affords. BIE commissioned MORI to hold
a forum with HR directors from private and public sectors to
canvass their views on interim management. Read the results
here.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/redirects/bie.html
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Opinions & Comment
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Comment: What do we need to change?
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Peter Hunter, author of Breaking the Mould looks at the concept
of ownership and argues his case for why change the British
Airways way doesn’t always fly.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150405
Emp law briefing: Rolled-up holiday pay
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Read on for your employment law briefing on this point of law.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150501
Briefing: Protecting against violence in the workplace
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How to manage attacks and protect staff from avoidable
situations.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150668
Time to take a fresh look at the people who matter most
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Investors in People can help you to maintain that crucial
competitive edge over your rivals. They’ve come up with the
Investors in People Profile – a flexible framework designed to
help you achieve continued improvement through people. Find out
more.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/redirects/iip10.html
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Community
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Payroll Tip: Childcare vouchers provided by the employer
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What are the rules for tax and NICs relief on childcare
vouchers?
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150565
How Did I Get Here? Director of Resources, Forum for the Future
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Patti Whaley reveals the subtle differences of life in HR within
the charity sector.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150343
The Couch?! Asks: Is your boss a seagull?
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Is your boss a nuisance? Is there a lot of flapping of wings and
squawking of orders?
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/item/150498
Peugeot Case Study
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The aim of creating an HCI scheme with Fujitsu Siemens Computers
was to increase our staff’s IT skills by being able to use a
computer at home whilst at the same time delivering substantial
savings for employers and employees. Read how here.
http://www.hrzone.co.uk/redirects/fujitsu.html
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Jobs of the Week
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Head of Employment Policy
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Learning and Development Manager
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60,000 – 70,000 GBP per annum + excellent bonus + benefits
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Change Management Consultants
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