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 […]
September News
This month, we’re celebrating new beginnings and fresh connections:
👷♀️ A warm welcome to Bryoni Hardisty Blackwell, our new Trainee Health & Safety Advisor, joining the Craven team with passion and energy.
🐝 The launch of our brand-new Business Bees Networking community – kicking off on 1st October at The Hive, Cross Hills. Networking with a real buzz!
Introducing Business Bees: Networking That Creates a Buzz
Every great business story starts with a conversation. It could be over coffee, at a breakfast table, or in the middle of a buzzing room filled with energy. That is exactly what we want to create with Business Bees, a new networking community designed to bring people together in a way that feels natural, friendly and inspiring.
Employment Rights Bill Returns to the Commons
The Employment Rights Bill has returned to the House of Commons following its third reading in the House of Lords. The Bill has sparked lively debate, dividing opinion between those who see it as a cornerstone of fairer work and those who fear it will add cost and complexity for businesses. With Labour’s majority, the […]
August Newsletter
Summer might be winding down, but things are buzzing here at Craven!
We’re excited to share our August Newsletter, packed with new blogs, insights, updates, and resources to help your business thrive.
UK Sickness Absence: What They Mean for Your Business (and How Craven Can Help)
Picture this: your project lead calls in sick for a week. The team rallies, deadlines shift, and stress levels rise. It is not just about the days lost. It is about the ripple effect on people, projects, and business outcomes. That is the real story behind today’s absence figures. The Office for National Statistics (ONS […]
Zero Tolerance or Zero Trust? Lessons for Employers from a Costly Tribunal
A recent Employment Tribunal decision against JD Wetherspoon has once again underlined the importance of proportionality in disciplinary action. ‘Zero tolerance’ on staff discount abuse leads to unfair dismissal The case involved a shift leader with 22 years of unblemished service. On one shift, he mistakenly applied a 50% staff discount instead of the permitted […]
E-Learning That Works: Flexible, Affordable Training for Every Workplace
E Learning That Works: Flexible, Affordable Training for Every Workplace In today’s fast-moving business world, investing in your people isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s essential. Skills, compliance requirements, and workplace expectations are evolving faster than ever, and keeping your team up to speed can feel like a constant challenge. That’s where E […]
Right to Work Checks in 2025: What UK Employers Need to Know
Verifying an employee’s right to work in the UK is not just a legal requirement — it’s a critical part of responsible recruitment and compliance. With updated rules taking effect from February 2025, this blog breaks down what employers need to know, which documents are valid, and how to stay compliant while treating all candidates fairly.