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  1. Blog16th Jan 2025

    Jordan Taylor Audit Director and author of blog about FRS 102

    FRS 102 Changes: 6 Ways They May Impact Your Business

    On 27 March 2024, the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) issued significant amendments to FRS 102—the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. These changes took effect for periods beginning on or after 1 January 2026. We would…

    By Jordan Taylor

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  2. Blog6th Jan 2025

    An image of Rachel Coupland wearing a blue shirt and smiling at the camera.

    Gender Pay Gap Reporting: How HR Professionals Can Drive Change

    Gender pay gap reporting has been a legal requirement for many UK employers since 2017, yet it remains a hot topic amongst us HR professionals. With public and organisational scrutiny of pay disparities showing no sign of easing, the responsibility…

    By Rachel Coupland

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  3. Blog9th Dec 2024

    An image of Aideen O'Neill smiling at the camera.

    Why responsibility in the workplace is so important

    We frequently hear leaders show frustration using a version of the words “They just aren’t taking responsibility.” And we get it!  It can be frustrating to feel like no one else cares as much as you do or that employees…

    By Aideen O’Neill

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  4. Blog3rd Dec 2024

    A headshot image of Alistair Duncan wearing a suit and tie.

    Importing Goods Into The US

    The impending arrival of the new US Administration brings a President elect who has a history of applying increased tariffs on imports into the US.   A reoccurring theme from the presidential election campaign was the continual threat to further increase…

    By Alistair Duncan

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  5. Blog25th Nov 2024

    Workplace Safety: 6 Steps Every Employer Should Take

    A well-known food manufacturer was recently fined £1.28 million following the tragic death of an employee who was struck by a reversing vehicle while attempting to move a strip curtain on a loading bay. The employee was new to the…

    By Lee Craig

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  6. Blog18th Nov 2024

    An image of Vicky Madigan wearing a black cardigan and writing at her desk.

    The Implications of the Worker Protection Act 2024 for UK HR Professionals

    In the ever-evolving world of employment law, the case of Mohamed Al Fayed, the former Harrods owner, making headlines with allegations of sexual harassment, serves as a stark reminder of the potential risks businesses face if they do not actively…

    By Vicky Madigan

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  7. Blog31st Oct 2024

    James Richardson, author of blog about workplace wellbeing

    Autumn Budget 2024 

    From a people perspective, the 2024 budget has clearly defined a shift in direction, along with reconfirming a strong ambition to ‘Make Work Pay’. From the offset this sets the scene for a transformative approach to employment and the costs…

    By Louise McCosh

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  8. Blog8th Oct 2024

    An image of Alix Baird smiling at he camera with a green shirt.

    Fear of Being Offline: How Your Business Can Address It

    Today, we live and work in a hyperconnected world where technology is at the forefront of everything we do. Technological advancements have entered into workplaces at pace, revolutionising how organisations and employees operate on a day-to-day basis. The impact of…

    By Alix Baird

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  9. Blog7th Oct 2024

    Overview of Employee Share Scheme options for property businesses

    Employee Share Scheme Options for Property Firms

    Share Incentives and Property Businesses In our experience assisting property and construction businesses, one recurrent and challenging question is how to retain top talent through equity incentives. While various tax-efficient share schemes exist, such as the Enterprise Management Incentive (EMI),…

    By Kate Naylor

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  10. Blog4th Oct 2024

    An image of Rachel Coupland wearing a blue shirt and smiling at the camera.

    6 Practical Ways To Reduce Workplace Anxiety

    Workplace anxiety is becoming more common every day. It’s safe to say it happens to everyone. However, when your team find themselves constantly stressed that can become overwhelming and a barrier to them living their lives the way they want.…

    By Rachel Coupland

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  11. Blog1st Oct 2024

    AAB Team member Jacqui Jolmes smiling and working on laptop.

    Rethinking Performance Management: 8 Things To Consider

    We are frequently in conversation with our clients about how to improve their performance management approach so that it’s not a box-ticking exercise or a rigid, annual process of evaluations. This is one of the questions we explored during our…

    By Jacqui Jolmes

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  12. Blog23rd Sep 2024

    Grenfell Tower Fire Public Inquiry- 7 Key Learnings

    We will all remember the horrific photographs and footage of the tragic fire that took 72 lives on 14th June 2017 and had a lasting impact on hundreds more who were affected by it in so many ways. The Grenfell…

    By Lee Craig

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