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Employee relations

Employee relations shape how organisations manage formal relationships with employees and their representatives, particularly when workplace decisions affect terms, conditions or job security.

 

Effective employee relations support compliant decision‑making, constructive dialogue and smoother organisational change. Weak or inconsistent approaches increase the risk of disputes, disruption and legal exposure—especially where consultation or representation rights are overlooked.

 

This page brings together guidance and practical resources on employee relations, covering employee representation, consultation processes, trade union engagement and workplace communications—supporting fair, consistent and legally compliant engagement.

  • World Cup 2026: Employers’ guide to workplace implications

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    World Cup 2026: Employers’ guide to workplace implications

    Major sporting events such as the 2026 World Cup can affect attendance, productivity and employee relations. This guide explains how employers can plan ahead to boost morale while managing flexible working, absence, conduct and discrimination risks during the tournament.

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Tools & templates

Letter responding to an employee’s resignation requiring a period of garden leave

A model letter for responding to an employee’s resignation by placing them on garden leave for all or …
Tools & templates

Letter confirming return of personal belongings after resignation or dismissal

Use this expert‑drafted HR letter to formally confirm return of an employee’s personal belongings after leaving the organisation.
Guides – How to

How to hold an election for employee representatives

Get practical advice on organising compliant employee elections, including voting systems, candidate rules and workforce access requirements.
Tools & templates

Letter requesting employee attends medical examination with occupational health

Use this model letter to request that an employee attends a medical examination with occupational health, with guidance …
Tools & templates

Work-related social events policy template for HR teams

Create a safer, more consistent approach to staff events with our Work‑related social events policy template—ideal for HR …

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