Summer is ending… but major HR changes are just beginning

The summer holidays are almost over, the children are heading back to school, and for many small businesses it’s time to get back into the rhythm of normal working life. Unfortunately, while you’re focusing on clients, sales and growing your business, the Employment Rights Act 2025 continues to introduce significant changes that employers need to […]

Employment Rights Act 2025 – The Next Wave of Changes

The Employment Rights Act 2025 continues to reshape the workplace, with new provisions being introduced in phases throughout the year. If you haven’t reviewed your employment documentation recently, now is the time. Changes Already in Force Several important changes have already been implemented, including: By now, employers should have: If you’re unsure whether your business […]

Year End Fun

As always at this time of the year most companies will be holding some form of celebration. Sometimes the provision of extended hospitality leads to ‘ photocopier incidents’ or assaults on fellow employees. However employers please remember if there are parties funded by the company the employer is still responsible for the conduct of their […]

All About Employment Contracts

Most employers are aware that there is a need to provide their employees with a contract setting out the terms and conditions of their employment. It is more than good practice it is a legal requirement to provide this document on time. According to the Employment Rights Act 1996, employees must receive a written statement […]

The Kings Coronation

The government has declared Monday 8 May. as an additional bank holiday to commemorate the King’s Coronation. This is the same process as the recent Jubilee and Queen’s funeral extra bank holidays. Does the employer have to give staff a paid day off? Well it all depends on the contract ….. as always. If the […]

The Danger of Banter

Most people are aware that employees need 2 completed years of service to bring an unfair dismissal claim at a tribunal. Less well known is that you need no service to bring a discrimination or whistleblowing claim. Discrimination claims are brought as employees believe they are discriminated against in the workplace because of one or more […]

Employers why you need an employment contract for your staff

The need-to-know bits when dealing with employment contracts Employment contracts are not the most exciting topic in the world, but understanding your options and knowing what to do and when to do it, ensures things are managed quickly and efficiently, without exposure to employment claims. It is important to ensure that your employees’ contracts protect […]

How to react when facing an employment tribunal claim

The number of covid related tribunals is rising. People are claiming unfair dismissal because of covid related redundancy, discrimination or that they were dismissed because of whistleblowing. Yes, there are long delays in the system but you cannot ignore the claim when it arrives. You must comply with the timetable set out in the employment […]