July 2019 - Kay Heald HR

AI: Friend or Foe?
July 29^th, 2019 in Blog
Are over-intelligent robots and evil computers confined to dystopian sci-fi, or should today’s businesses be worried about AI? From the power loom to robotic car assembly plants, technology has significantly impacted jobs and employment. Up to now lower skilled work has been the main victim. Experts now predict machines will be able to perform tasks previously considered ‘beyond’ the ability of automation, including sophisticated analysis…
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Small Business News: Brexit | IR35 | Maternity | Mental Health
July 3^rd, 2019 in Blog
Brexit and UK Employment Law All current employment legislation will still apply post Brexit. The European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 ensures that all direct EU-derived legislation in operation in the UK prior to the date of exit will remain in place following that date. When free-movement of labour ends, the government proposes to install a skills-based immigration policy to ensure employers can access skills that add most value to the UK…
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AI: Friend or Foe?