A concise manager guide explaining why return to work meetings matter, what has changed under the updated SSP rules, and the key steps managers must follow when employees report sickness and return to work.
Return to Work Meetings
Zero And Low Hours Workers: What Employers Need to Know
Under new legislation Zero And Low Hours Workers could become extinct. Labour intends to ensure that all jobs provide a minimum level of job security and predictable hours.
New Duty to Retain Annual Leave Records For 6 Years From April 2026
From April 2026 UK employers will have a New Duty To Retain Annual Leave Records for six years. Find out what records are required and how to prepare.
Employment Tribunal Award Limits
Employment Tribunal Award Limits Legislation setting the annual increase in Employment Tribunal Award Limits has been laid before Parliament. The new rates will apply where the effective date of termination of an employee’s employment (or other calculation date) is on
Flexible Working
Labour plans to extend the right to request flexible working to be the default position from day one for all workers, unless it is not reasonably feasible.
Unfair Dismissal Qualifying Period Reduces To Six Months
Unfair Dismissal Qualifying Period Reduces To Six Months on 1 January 2027; this guide explains what the change means for probation periods, early dismissals, and how SMEs can protect themselves.
Paternity Leave Bereavement Act
Paternity Leave Bereavement Act Will Include Parents of Babies, Adoption of Children and Surrogacy Arrangements
Why Pre Employment Checks Matter for SME Owner-Managers
Pre employment checks are a simple but essential step in protecting your business and ensuring you make informed recruitment decisions.
Supporting Employees Through Cost Of Living Pressures
As an owner of an SME you are no doubt facing intense pressure from rising costs and employees are facing higher household costs and growing financial anxiety. This creates a difficult balancing act for SMEs of supporting employees through cost of living pressures while maintaining the financial sustainability of the business
National Minimum Wage Rates
National Minimum Wage (Historical Data). The NMW was first introduced in October 1999 at a rate of £3.20 per hour, this post details the increases and other changes that have been applied
