HR: ER is the emergency room for business owners, HR professionals and anyone else who is responsible for managing or employing a team of people.<br /><br />Hosted by Hroes founder Elissa Thursfield, with 15 years of first-hand lawyer and consulting experience and software service specialist Oliver Robinson they provide you with a generous dose of insights and practical advice.<br /><br />From hiring nightmares to compliance chaos, the unexpected to the downright disastrous "HR: ER" pulls back the curtain on events that have unfolded in workplaces around the world, the challenges HR professionals face daily the juicy details of HR missteps, legal blunders, and workplace fiascos.<br /><br />Sharing real stories that will make you gasp, laugh, and maybe even nod your head in sympathetic understanding, and bringing in industry experts, seasoned HR professionals, and legal minds alike.<br /><br />So whether you're an HR professional looking to enhance your skills, a business leader aiming to create a resilient workplace, or just wanting to hear workplace drama, this podcast is for you.<br /><br />"HR: ER” is a judgment-free zone where we share stories, offer solutions, and build a community dedicated to improving the world of work.<br /><br />Join Us: Subscribe now to "HR: ER" and send us your questions to HRER@hroes.co.uk to become part of the conversation. Learn how to treat your HR, so your workplace can be disaster-free.<br /><br />If you’re a fan of the show, please leave us a 5-star review kinda thing?<br /><br />https://lovethepodcast.com/hr-er<br /><br />We're one of the top 20 UK HR Podcasts - https://podcasts.feedspot.com/uk_hr_podcasts/
HR:ER
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Podcast Overview
HR: ER is the emergency room for business owners, HR professionals and anyone else who is responsible for managing or employing a team of people.<br /><br />Hosted by Hroes founder Elissa Thursfield, with 15 years of first-hand lawyer and consulting experience and software service specialist Oliver Robinson they provide you with a generous dose of insights and practical advice.<br /><br />From hiring nightmares to compliance chaos, the unexpected to the downright disastrous "HR: ER" pulls back the curtain on events that have unfolded in workplaces around the world, the challenges HR professionals face daily the juicy details of HR missteps, legal blunders, and workplace fiascos.<br /><br />Sharing real stories that will make you gasp, laugh, and maybe even nod your head in sympathetic understanding, and bringing in industry experts, seasoned HR professionals, and legal minds alike.<br /><br />So whether you're an HR professional looking to enhance your skills, a business leader aiming to create a resilient workplace, or just wanting to hear workplace drama, this podcast is for you.<br /><br />"HR: ER” is a judgment-free zone where we share stories, offer solutions, and build a community dedicated to improving the world of work.<br /><br />Join Us: Subscribe now to "HR: ER" and send us your questions to HRER@hroes.co.uk to become part of the conversation. Learn how to treat your HR, so your workplace can be disaster-free.<br /><br />If you’re a fan of the show, please leave us a 5-star review kinda thing?<br /><br />https://lovethepodcast.com/hr-er<br /><br />We're one of the top 20 UK HR Podcasts - https://podcasts.feedspot.com/uk_hr_podcasts/
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Recent Episodes
June 16, 2026
When Ollie Crashed Into Dawn at Work
Don't worry, Dawn survived. But after recording a podcast, Ollie accidentally reversed into the front of her car in the studio car park. <br /><br />It sounds like a simple bump... but what if it wasn't? <br /><br />🤔 If an accident happens during work hours but off company premises, does HR need to get involved? <br /><br />🤕 If someone had been injured, how much legal risk could that create for the business? <br /><br />⚖️ Could a "minor" incident quickly escalate into a major HR, legal, or insurance headache? <br /><br />In our latest HR:ER episode, we break down the HR, legal and practical lessons every employer should know from one unexpected car park collision. https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/james146/<br /><br />#HR #HumanResources #EmploymentLaw #PeopleManagement #HRPodcast <br /><br />/
June 2, 2026
A Welfare Case Turned Operational Crisis
🚨 A welfare case turned operational crisis. <br /><br />An employee's flexible working request was approved to support caring responsibilities. A welfare meeting followed. <br /><br />The employee was signed off with mental health concerns. Now the business wants to introduce even later shifts, making the agreed arrangement unworkable. <br /><br />In this episode, we explore the legal, practical, and people implications of changing working hours, managing welfare concerns, and balancing business needs with employee rights. <br /><br />With our unified offering, conduct the right checks, resolve issues efficiently, and reduce risk with our lawyer-led employment software, consultancy, and CPD-accredited e-learning. <br />https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/james146/ <br /><br />#HRER #FlexibleWorking #HRPodcast #PeopleManagement #EmploymentLaw <br /><br />/
May 19, 2026
“My AI Lawyer Sent That”
Please disregard the resignation letter… my AI lawyer sent it.”<br /><br />Yes, really. <br /><br />⚖️ An employee off sick for 6+ months <br />📂 Multiple grievances + a huge SAR request <br />🤖 An AI-generated legal letter alleging discrimination & constructive dismissal <br /><br />So: <br />Is the resignation valid? <br />Should AI-generated complaints be taken seriously? <br />Who’s liable when AI gets it wrong? <br />How should HR respond? <br /><br />Tune in to find out more! And get in touch to hear about our AI virtual assistant in our portal, which can draft disciplinary letters, provide guidance on appropriate actions, assess whether decisions are legally compliant, and so much more. https://meetings-eu1.hubspot.com/james146/<br /><br />#HR #EmploymentLaw #ArtificialIntelligence #EmployeeRelations #HRER <br /><br />/
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