The HR Dept North Derbyshire

The HR Dept North Derbyshire We are a HR outsource company based in Belper - we offer outsourced HR support to SME businesses

10/09/2026

The HR Dept has responded to the Government consultation on zero hours and similar contracts, outlining the significant implications for small and medium sized businesses.

Whilst we do support the overall goal of improving job security and predictability for employees, we believe the proposed changes will be unnecessarily complex, time consuming and costly for SMEs.

We have instead proposed an alternative mechanism, with ten key recommendations for the government.

Read more here: https://www.hrdept.co.uk/knowledge-hub/employment-law-updates/hr-dept-responds-to-government-consultation-on-zero-hour-and-similar-contracts

09/09/2026

When a coastline is threatened by huge waves, the answer to prevent yourself being inundated is to put up defences – you cannot stop the waves from coming, but you can dissipate their energy.

It is a tactic that can be applied to dealing with AI grievances too. Because across the country there are reports of a tidal wave of AI-drafted grievances inundating businesses.

You have to manage them whether they are erroneous or not – because sticking your head in the sand and letting them wash over you could well lead to a penalty at a tribunal for procedural errors regardless of the justification for the grievance. In our latest blog, we explain how to spot an AI grievance and why it is essential that you know how to manage them: https://www.hrdept.co.uk/knowledge-hub/blog/tips-for-dealing-with-ai-grievances

07/09/2026

Supporting employees who may be struggling with addiction is essential for creating a safe, healthy and supportive workplace. Having clear drugs and alcohol policies in place, alongside appropriate training, can help protect both your employees and your business. Read our latest infographic to learn more.

Meet Sophie!She's been supporting our clients as one of our brilliant HR Advisors for the past 8 years.For those who hav...
04/09/2026

Meet Sophie!

She's been supporting our clients as one of our brilliant HR Advisors for the past 8 years.

For those who haven't met her yet, here's Sophie😊

03/09/2026

Our 360 HR service is designed for businesses that want more than just HR advice. It provides the support, administration and processes needed to manage employees effectively, without the
cost of an in-house HR department.

Learn more about 360 HR below.

02/09/2026

At the time of the Roman Empire, salt was so coveted by soldiers that they were partly paid with it. In fact “sal” (salt in Latin), is the root of the word “salary” today. The saying “worth their salt” refers to assessing whether a centurion was up to the job!

Romans were so addicted to this white stuff that the famous writer Pliny the Elder observed “Life cannot be lived humanely without salt”.

When we think of addiction nowadays, it is of more serious substances than salt. Alcohol and drugs spring to mind; and there are behavioural addictions too, like gambling.

They are deeply personal conditions, but ones that can have heavy implications in the workplace. In our latest blog, we explain why it is essential that you know how to manage it, should an employee develop an addiction: https://www.hrdept.co.uk/knowledge-hub/blog/what-should-you-do-if-an-employee-is-suffering-from-addiction

31/08/2026

With employers' responsibilities to prevent workplace sexual harassment increasing from October 2026, effective training is key to protecting employees, strengthening compliance and creating a respectful workplace. Read our latest infographic to learn more.

26/08/2026

By civilised standards, sexual harassment has never been acceptable in the workplace. But all too often it occurs, despite the Equality Act and other legislation before it.

As you probably know, the Government implemented new rules in 2024 which put a proactive duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment under the Worker Protection Act. And now just two years later (from October), the duties of prevention on you the employer go further.

In our latest blog, we explain employers' growing legal duty to prevent workplace sexual harassment and how effective training can support compliance : https://www.hrdept.co.uk/knowledge-hub/blog/reducing-the-risk-with-sexual-harassment-training

25/08/2026

The hiring process starts long before the interview.

Our employer's checklist explains the steps you can take to get your recruitment right.

24/08/2026

Hiring the right person can save your business time, money and headaches. In our latest infographic, we share practical tips to help employers get recruitment right.

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