Joined-up HR, Health & Safety and workforce support for growing organisations.
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Joined-up HR, Health & Safety and workforce support for growing organisations.
Not sure where to start? Our combo foundation is perfect for SME’S
Our brochures are a one-stop-shop for all your HR, Health & Safety and Training needs.
Want to talk to us? Get in touch!
If you’re an SME employer, you may feel like you’ve heard a lot about sexual harassment legislation over the last couple of years. That’s because employers already have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment at work. But from 30 October 2026, that duty is getting stronger. Under changes introduced by […]
Discover how Health & Safety Audits help UK businesses identify risk, improve workplace wellbeing, support psychological safety and create clear actions.
Learn how UK SMEs can support employees with ADHD and other health conditions through Health & Wellbeing Workplace Risk Assessments, reasonable adjustments and proactive HR support. Practical guidance for employers on creating healthier, legally compliant workplaces.
A Practical Guide to Better One-to-Ones, Employee Development and Performance Management For many SMEs, the annual appraisal has been the traditional way to review employee performance. Once a year, managers and employees meet to reflect on the previous twelve months, discuss achievements, identify development needs and set objectives for the year ahead. But today’s workplaces […]
Celebrating 21 years of supporting SMEs with integrated People & Culture (HR), Health & Safety, Employment Law, Environmental, Training and Business Consultancy. Discover how Craven has evolved into one trusted partner for business success.
AI in the Workplace: How to Use Artificial Intelligence Responsibly Whilst Protecting Your People, Data and Business Recent research suggests that AI adoption in UK workplaces continues to grow rapidly, with many employees already using AI-powered tools to support everyday tasks such as drafting communications, researching information and producing content. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no […]
With the upcoming changes to unfair dismissal rights under the Employment Rights Act 2025, many UK employers are asking whether they now need to extend probationary periods for employees. Many SMEs have heard that unfair dismissal is becoming a “day one” right but this is not currently the case. Here is what small and medium […]
Since October 2024, employers have had a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
For many SMEs, the challenge is not understanding that the law has changed. The challenge is understanding what employers are actually expected to do in practice.
May Newsletter
Why Accurate Employee Records Matter More Than Ever for SMEs For many SMEs, employee record keeping has traditionally been seen as an administrative task. However, changes introduced in April 2026 mean this is no longer just best practice, it is now a clear legal requirement. While employers have always been required to keep certain records, […]
