Welcome to our Christmas Newsletter
Please find attached our Christmas edition newsletter, with a Craven twist. It’s a gentle end-of-year check-in with practical support for employers as we head into winter and prepare for January.
Author: Dee Newton
Welcome to Our November Newsletter
Big updates from Team Craven this month!
New events, new blogs, free wellbeing resources, and priority bookings now open for the 2026 Craven Business Expo.
Catch it all in our latest newsletter 👉
What the 26 November UK Budget Means for Employers and SMEs
The UK Budget announced on 26 November 2025 introduces several changes that will affect employers and small to medium-sized businesses over the coming years. The focus of this Budget is on raising revenue and creating longer-term financial stability. Below is a straightforward overview of the key points relevant to SMEs. Salary Sacrifice Pension Changes From […]
House of Lords Blocks Day-One Unfair Dismissal Rights—What Employers Need to Know
The House of Lords has once again rejected the government’s plan to introduce day-one protection from unfair dismissal, pushing instead for a six-month qualifying period. This means the Bill now heads back to the House of Commons in yet another round of parliamentary “ping pong”.
BS 30480 – The UK’s First Workplace Standard on Suicide Awareness
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published BS 30480:2025 – Suicide and the Workplace: Intervention, Prevention and Support for People Affected by Suicide – Guide.Released on 4 November 2025, it is the world’s first national standard focused specifically on suicide prevention in workplace settings, and it is available free to download from the BSI website. […]
Welcome to Our Spooktacular October Newsletter!
Things are getting frightfully exciting here at Craven this month…
We’re thrilled to unveil our brand-new Care Certificate for the Health and Social Care sector, helping teams develop skills that are more treat than trick!
People and Culture: Building Workplaces Where Every Generation and Every Mind Can Thrive
I have to be honest. I’ve always hated the word HR. It feels cold, transactional and outdated. People are not resources to be managed. They are the reason a business exists in the first place.
That’s why I believe in People and Culture. It’s more than a title or a department. It’s a mindset that says people matter, that culture shapes success, and that every individual brings something valuable to the table.
Menopause in the Workplace: Why Every Employer Needs to Act Now
Menopause in the Workplace: Why Every Employer Needs to Act Now October marks Menopause Awareness Month, a time to move beyond awareness alone and focus on meaningful action in the workplace. While public understanding of menopause has grown, many employers are still catching up when it comes to policy, training, and support. For HR professionals […]
One Trusted Partner for People, Safety and Success: The Craven Way
One Trusted Partner for People, Safety and Success: The Craven Way At Craven Consultancy Services, we believe that great businesses are built on people, safety and purpose. We are more than an HR or Health & Safety provider. We are a trusted partner for people, safety, compliance, training, environmental and software support, all in one […]
Flexible Working Law in the UK: What Employers Need to Know
Flexible Working Law in the UK: What Employers Need to Know Flexible working is no longer just a perk. It has become a legal right and a workplace expectation. Employers who adapt to the latest flexible working law in the UK will not only stay compliant but also attract talent, improve retention, and support employee […]