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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so you know what that means? Christmas Party time!
And while these can be jolly and jovial affairs for most organisations, things have been known to turn sour quite easily, with many HR teams having to deal with the fallout from things like conflict, sexual harassment or other serious misconduct that can ruin the Christmas spirit, very quickly.
So to talk about what we as HR professionals can do to proactively mitigate the risk here before the party even begins, we’re joined by Liam Barton, Senior HR Consultant here at Insight HR.
In this chat, we cover...
01:50 The Risks of Christmas Parties
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
According to a 2023 survey by the Central Statistics Office, 32% of workers aged between 20 and 69 are not signed up to a private pension. Without a change, hundreds of thousands of workers would be reliant solely on their State pension when they retire.
But thankfully, the long-awaited and well-publicised pension auto-enrolment plan is now closer than ever, with employers and employees now double-checking what exactly is happening and what they must do!
So to talk to us about exactly that, and help us share advice on this topic for HR teams and employers, we’re delighted to be joined by Stephen Gillick, Partner at Mason Hayes & Curran.
In this chat, we cover...
02:30 Current State of Pension Auto-Enrolment in Ireland
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
Significant updates to Ireland's employment permit system were recently introduced with the Employment Permits Act 2024, which took effect on September 2nd, in the hope of enhancing the system's efficiency, offering a more flexible and responsive approach to the evolving needs of the labour market, and essentially streamline the processes, making it easier for employers to recruit international talent and better address skill shortages across various sectors.
Chapters
00:00 Overview of Employment Permits Act 2024
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
Divine intervention in disciplinary procedures?!
In today’s episode we focus on a crucial element of fair disciplinary procedures: the employee's right to representation, and all the weird and wonderful nuances that can come with it!
So to discuss why representation matters, how to manage the process, and what employers need to do to ensure this right is respected, we’re delighted to be joined by David McCarroll, Partner at RDJ Solicitors!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Employee Representation in Disciplinary Procedures
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
In today’s episode, we’re diving into some important updates that will affect employers and employees across Ireland – the Maternity Protection (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Bill 2024.
This new legislation introduces some significant changes to maternity leave and protections for parents in the workplace. We’re discussing what these changes mean, why they’re needed, and how HR professionals can ensure compliance while offering real support to their teams.
And to do this, we’re delighted to be joined by Emma Quinn, Associate in the Employment department at Eversheds Sutherland.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Maternity Protection Changes
Please note, there have been some updates in the days since we recorded this chat with Emma.
Check out the most up-to-date and comprehensive version of the Bill, here!
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
In this episode, we’re diving into some fascinating insights from Deloitte’s latest survey of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Deloitte's Survey Insights
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
Today, we're diving into one of the more challenging and often nerve-wracking aspects of HR—managing a workplace disciplinary hearing. It’s a process that, when not handled properly, can lead to unnecessary stress, strained relationships, and even legal challenges.
But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Chapters
00:00 Understanding the Disciplinary Hearing Process
P.S Register for our upcoming webinar on Breaking Down Disciplinary Procedures here!
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
While Ireland is known for its rich diversity and inclusive spirit, the reality is that racism remains an active issue in many organisations.
As HR professionals, it’s crucial to not only recognise and address these challenges head-on but also to proactively foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
So today, we share practical advice on how to effectively combat racism in the workplace - from implementing robust policies and training to conducting fair investigations and driving meaningful change.
Chapters
00:00 Addressing Racism in Irish Workplaces
P.S Check out our new Guide For Employers: Managing Dignity At Work Investigations here!
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
A 2017 survey by the Transgender Equality Network Ireland found that 55% of respondents indicated that they had experienced or witnessed transphobic bullying in the workplace.
In the 7 years since this survey, although we’ve seen progress in policies, culture, gender expression etc., challenges still remain for transgender people, with this issue far from solved.
So to chat to us today and provide some insights and advice on what we can do about this from a HR perspective, we’re delighted to be joined by our very own experienced HR leader, Susie Lowe, Workplace Investigator here at Insight HR.
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
So you've caught someone red-handed, stealing from the workplace. Is what you do next simply black and white? Or is there some grey areas and a lot of red tape? If something like this happens out of the blue, will you be ready to manage it?
So to do exactly that, and guide us through the topic of theft in the workplace, we’re delighted to be joined by our very own Rebecca Bowman, Head of Workplace Investigations here at Insight HR.
About The HR Room Podcast
The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business.
If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR.
Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
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