Heads Up HR

Heads Up HR | Ep. 6: Navigating a New Era for Employers

Quest presents Heads Up HR, where we strip back the jargon and turn HR and Health & Safety into real, usable advice for growing businesses. In this episode, we explore what the latest Employment Rights Act changes mean for employers following the first wave of updates introduced in April, and what businesses should be focusing on now. Featuring our CIPD Level 5 qualified HR management expert, we take a practical, real-world look at how these employment law changes are affecting organisations day to day. From increased pressure around compliance to uncertainty around implementation, we break down what’s actually changing and how to approach it with confidence. Rather than a legal deep dive, this episode focuses on what it feels like for employers navigating change, and how to move forward without becoming overwhelmed. Whether you run an SME, manage a team, or handle HR responsibilities yourself, this episode will help you: * Understand the key Employment Rights Act changes introduced in April * Navigate updates to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) and absence management * Improve record-keeping and stay compliant with new requirements * Prepare for future changes, including unfair dismissal reforms * Take a practical, step-by-step approach to implementing change Brought to you in partnership with the Black Country Chamber of Commerce.

Heads Up HR | Ep. 5: Building Better Workplace Relationships

Quest presents Heads Up HR, where we strip back the jargon and turn HR and Health & Safety into real, usable advice for growing businesses. In this episode, we explore how to build better workplace relationships between employers and employees, managers and teams, and colleagues at every level of your organisation. Featuring our CIPD Level 5 qualified HR management expert, we break down the practical side of employee relations, including common workplace relationship issues, communication challenges, conflict at work, and the do’s and don’ts every employer should know. With Valentine’s Day just behind us, it’s a timely reminder that strong working relationships aren’t built on grand gestures. They’re built on trust, clarity, fairness, and good people management. Whether you run an SME, manage a team, or handle HR responsibilities yourself, this episode will help you: * Improve employer employee relationships * Handle workplace conflict professionally * Strengthen team communication * Create a more positive workplace culture * Reduce risk through better HR practices Brought to you in partnership with Ayrshire Chamber.

Heads Up HR | Ep. 4: HR Prep Every Business Needs for 2026

Quest presents Heads Up HR, where we strip back the jargon and break down HR & Health & Safety into real, usable advice. In this episode, we unpack the upcoming changes to the Employment Rights Act and what they mean for employers in 2026. With major reforms on the horizon, we cut through the legal jargon to explain what you need to prepare for, the risks to watch out for, and the practical steps your business should be taking now. Whether you run an SME, manage people, or work in HR, this episode will help you stay compliant, reduce risk, and feel more confident about the year ahead. Brought to you in partnership with the East Midlands Chamber.

Heads Up HR | Ep. 3: 2025's Biggest HR Changes In Review

Quest presents Heads Up HR, where we strip back the jargon and break down HR & Health & Safety into real, usable advice. In this episode, we’re helping you understand the year's biggest HR and employment law changes. Tune in and see how smarter HR doesn’t have to be harder.

Heads Up HR | Ep. 2: Keeping Work Parties Worry Free

Quest presents Heads Up HR, where we strip back the jargon and break down HR & Health & Safety into real, usable advice. In this episode, we’re helping you host workplace parties that are fun, safe, and fully compliant — without the stress or risk. Tune in and see how smarter HR doesn’t have to be harder.