Fixed-Term Contract Ending – HR Process Checklist (Post-2027)

As we approach upcoming changes and increased scrutiny around fixed-term contracts, it’s essential that HR teams follow a clear, fair, and well-documented process when contracts come to an end. Alongside this, employers should start…

2025 – 2027 Employment Law Changes: What’s Already Changed & What You Must Action This Year

The UK employment law landscape is undergoing one of the most significant reform periods in recent years. With the Employment Rights Act 2025 now in force and further changes scheduled through 2026 and 2027, it is vital that employers prepare…

Employment Law Update: Six-Month Unfair Dismissal Rights from 2027

We want to make you aware of an important upcoming change to UK employment law that will significantly affect how employers manage new starters. Under the UK’s Employment Rights Act, a new six-month qualifying period for protection…
Employment Law Update: Six-Month Unfair Dismissal Rights from 2027 We want to make you aware of an important upcoming change to UK employment law that will significantly affect how employers manage new starters. Under the UK’s Employment…
Navigating the Festive Season: A Manager’s Guide to Maintaining Professionalism

Navigating the Festive Season: A Manager’s Guide to Maintaining Professionalism

The Christmas party season is a time of celebration and camaraderie, but it can also be a time when professional boundaries blur, potentially leading to uncomfortable or even damaging situations. For managers, the festive period is a chance…
New Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Policy: What Business Owners Need to Know

New Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Policy: What Business Owners Need to Know

With a few weeks to go until the introduction of neonatal care leave and pay on 6 April 2025, business owners need to be aware of some key changes. The Government has also made important amendments to the Employment Rights Bill, including new…
Equality Act 2010: Supreme Court Ruling – What It Means for Employers

Equality Act 2010: Supreme Court Ruling – What It Means for Employers

On 16 April 2025, the UK Supreme Court ruled that under the Equality Act 2010, “sex” refers to biological sex, not gender identity or legal sex as defined by a Gender Recognition Certificate (GRC). The case (For Women Scotland Ltd v…
How to Prepare for Statutory Sick Pay Changes: A Practical Guide for Managers

How to Prepare for Statutory Sick Pay Changes: A Practical Guide for Managers

You may have heard there are changes coming to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP). While most of these reforms aren’t expected to take effect until 2026, now is the perfect time to get ahead and make sure your sickness absence processes are working…
Supporting Employees Affected

Supporting Employees Affected by Cancer – Guidance for Small Employers

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a time to recognise the importance of early detection, open conversations, and compassionate support in the workplace. As a small employer, knowing how to help an employee affected by cancer (or…

Employment Law Latest 2023: Updates For SME’s

As an SME employer, it can be challenging to keep pace with the ever-changing landscape of employment law. However, it is essential to keep up to date with new legislation and guidance to ensure compliance and mitigate risk to your business.…