by Lindsay Neal | 15 June 2026 | Guides, HR & Employment
Employing your first member of staff is a major milestone for any business. It often signals growth, increasing demand and ambition for the future. However, it also brings legal responsibilities that many first-time employers underestimate. Before taking the step,...
by Lindsay Neal | 15 April 2026 | Employment Rights Bill, HR & Employment
Why Employers Could Face Higher Costs from Day One Changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) came into force on 6 April 2026, bringing with them one of the most significant reforms to sickness absence rules in recent years. For many employers, the practical impact is likely...
by Lindsay Neal | 05 February 2026 | Employment Rights Bill, HR & Employment
If you’ve recently started a new job, or are thinking about changing roles, you may have heard that the rules around unfair dismissal are due to change. The government has published an update under the Employment Rights Act, and the changes are significant for...
by Lindsay Neal | 12 December 2025 | Employment Rights Bill, HR & Employment
Whether you’re an employee, employer, or just interested in the evolving workplace landscape, these changes are worth understanding. Here’s a quick guide to the key updates. One of the biggest changes coming through is the repeal of the Trade Union Act 2016. The...
by Lindsay Neal | 06 June 2025 | HR & Employment
If you are subject to a workplace investigation in the UK, you have a number of legal and procedural rights. You should be informed of the investigation, made aware of the specific allegations, and given a fair opportunity to respond. You also have the right to be...
by Lindsay Neal | 17 March 2025 | HR & Employment
Since 26 October 2024, UK employers have been legally required to take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. This proactive duty, introduced by the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, means businesses must actively...
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