Banter: Where Do You Draw The Line...?

18 / 02 / 2016

Sunday night saw the screening of the 69th British Academy Film Awards, or as they are more commonly known, the BAFTAs. The dress code is strict with many women sporting floor length evening dresses and the men in black tie. A well-known fashion designer Jenny Beavan did not adhere to the BAFTAs strict dress code. Jenny decided to turn up...

For a Few Dollars More

15 / 02 / 2016

American school cafeteria worker, Ms. Dalene Bowden, was dismissed from Irving Middle School in Idaho last year after she gave away one hot meal to a 12 year old student worth $1.70 (£1.15). District policy states that students are allowed a bill of $11 (£7.50) before parents must pay the outstanding amount. Students who exceed the tab are supposed to...

Dyslexia In The Workplace

12 / 02 / 2016

The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a person’s ability to carry out normal day to day activities. Dyslexia itself is not classed as a disability. It depends on the employee’s circumstances and if it satisfies the Equality’s Act definition of a disability it can qualify...

My Week at Russell HR Consulting

10 / 02 / 2016

At Russell HR Consulting we provide work experience for young people. Recently Chloe, a student from a local school, spent a week with us to get some exposure to an admin environment. She was a lovely guest and worked hard at everything she was given to do. Here she gives her impressions. The colleagues here are friendly, relaxed and also...

Managing The Impact of Inclement Weather on Your Business

08 / 02 / 2016

The UK has experienced a series of storms this winter and as storm Imogen moves across Britain, the country is being lashed by high winds and heavy rain. Hundreds more people may be left without power and news of flooding is becoming more frequent. It’s a wretched situation. This time southern England and south Wales are expected to face the...