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Doing nothing can feel like the safest option during times of change.But in practice, delaying action can create inconsi...
27/01/2026

Doing nothing can feel like the safest option during times of change.

But in practice, delaying action can create inconsistency.

Different decisions and confused messages can increase frustration.

During periods of legal change it helps to remember that just not taking action isn’t
neutral. It shapes how situations unfold and how decisions are viewed later.

This is often where employee issues begin.

Most employee issues don’t start with bad intent.When employment law changes, uncertainty creeps in. Questions go unansw...
20/01/2026

Most employee issues don’t start with bad intent.

When employment law changes, uncertainty creeps in. Questions go unanswered. Decisions get delayed and small employee issues quietly grow.

The Employment Rights Act 2025 isn’t just about new rules.

It will be about how employers navigate change in real situations, with real people.

Many small employers only look for HR support when something starts to feel difficult.Elliott HR supports small business...
15/01/2026

Many small employers only look for HR support when something starts to feel
difficult.

Elliott HR supports small businesses with employee relations issues such as
performance concerns, absence patterns, workplace investigations, grievances and
disciplinaries. Providing clear, easy to follow advice.

Workplace investigations are often the foundation of any disciplinary or formal process and getting them right matters m...
13/01/2026

Workplace investigations are often the foundation of any disciplinary or formal
process and getting them right matters more than many employers realise.

A recent case, Davies v Oscar Mayer Ltd, is a useful reminder that investigations
must be approached with an open and impartial mind.

Tribunals will look closely at how an investigation was carried out, not just the final outcome.

For employers this means:

• Taking time to define the scope
• Gathering evidence before reaching conclusions
• Keeping clear, objective notes
• Ensuring the investigator remains neutral throughout

Investigations don’t need to be perfect but they do need to be reasonable and fair.

For small and growing businesses, these situations often sit alongside busy day-to-day roles, which is why structure really helps.

If you’re unsure whether an issue needs investigating, or how to approach it fairly,
early advice can help set things on the right track.


🎄It’s Christmas party time! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Your team have (hopefully!) worked hard all year, and the Christmas party is...
04/12/2025

🎄It’s Christmas party time! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Your team have (hopefully!) worked hard all year, and the Christmas party is their
chance to relax and enjoy themselves.

But as many small employers know, work parties can be a bit of a minefield — and
January can bring unexpected HR headaches.

A quick reminder to your staff before the event can make a real difference. Here are
some simple ways to reduce the risk of issues arising from the festivities:

✨Remind employees of the expected behaviour and the standards set in your
policies.

✨ Communicate the dress code so everyone feels comfortable and clear.

✨ Consider setting limits on free alcohol and make sure plenty of non-alcoholic
options are available.

✨ Do not serve alcohol to anyone under 18 years old.

✨ Discuss travel arrangements home, or signpost safe options.

✨ Be clear about your approach to photos and social media, especially if clients or
other teams are involved.

A short team briefing or a quick email is often enough to set expectations and help
everyone enjoy the party… without the New Year disciplinaries.




On the 17 October the Government published the names of almost 500 employers who had failed to pay the National Minimum ...
06/11/2025

On the 17 October the Government published the names of almost 500 employers who had failed to pay the National Minimum Wage, including some very well-known companies.

What stands out is that many underpayments weren’t deliberate. They came from small admin errors such as:

• Paying the apprentice rate for too long

• Forgetting to increase pay when staff reach a new age bracket

• Missing pay for training or travel time

The consequences are not only fines of up to 200% of the underpayment but also the reputational damage of being publicly named.

This is a quick reminder to SMEs to build regular checks into your HR and payroll systems to make sure nothing gets missed.

It’s been almost a year since the Worker Protection Act 2024 took effect, placing a legal duty on all employers to take ...
17/10/2025

It’s been almost a year since the Worker Protection Act 2024 took effect, placing a legal duty on all employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.

The duty applies to every employer, regardless of size, but what counts as “reasonable” will depend on the scale, risks and resources of your business.

Recent data shows many businesses still haven’t completed key steps in demonstrating compliance such as carrying out risk assessments and providing training.

Now is the time to review your approach, especially with the Employment Rights Bill expected to further increase employer responsibilities over the coming year.

Taking small, proactive steps now helps protect your people, your reputation, and your business.

Elliott HR helps independent employers take proportionate, practical action to meet their legal duties and build workplaces where everyone feels safe and respected.

HR by the hour. HR by your side.

⚠️ Right to Work Checks – Prevent Expensive MistakesMany smaller employers don’t realise that right to work checks apply...
02/10/2025

⚠️ Right to Work Checks – Prevent Expensive Mistakes

Many smaller employers don’t realise that right to work checks apply to every employee.

✅ Carrying out checks carefully means you can prove you’ve met your legal duty and protect your business from penalties.

❌ Skip the process, and you could face significant fines. A Surrey fish & chip shop owner was recently hit with a £40,000 fine after a simple mistake – not checking the new employee’s original passport, just a photocopy.

🆕 The government has recently announced plans for a digital ID scheme that could make life easier for employers by reducing some of the bureaucracy around right to work checks. The scheme is expected to become mandatory by the end of the current parliament.

In the meantime, employers must still follow the existing rules.

🔍 Checks can be done by:

1. Viewing and copying original documents.
2. Using an approved Identity Service Provider (IDSP).
3. Using the Home Office online system.

The good news? ✅ Once you’ve got a process in place, you can hire with confidence.

You can find links to the government pages on Employing People on the resources page of our website, 🔗link in bio.

The Employment Rights Bill is set to reshape UK employment law and all employers will be affected. From 2025 to 2027 cha...
25/07/2025

The Employment Rights Bill is set to reshape UK employment law and all employers will be affected.

From 2025 to 2027 changes to sick pay, redundancy, flexible working, dismissal rights and more will be phased in.

We know it’s a lot, especially for smaller employers without in-house HR support. That’s why we’ve created a free tracker focused only on what matters to smaller employers, helping you cut through the noise.

✅ Key dates
✅ What small businesses need to know

Click on the link in our bio
Look for “Elliott HR - Employment Rights Bill Tracker”

Need help working out what this means for your business?
Send us a message... we’re here to help.

It’s only a small thing but it represents years of learning, listening, and working to support better, fairer workplaces...
04/07/2025

It’s only a small thing but it represents years of learning, listening, and working to support better, fairer workplaces.

Proud to be part of a profession that champions fairness, balance, and people-centred decision making.

Do you have someone helping you out who is not on the payroll? You might call them ‘freelancers’ or ‘contractors’ but it...
12/06/2025

Do you have someone helping you out who is not on the payroll?

You might call them ‘freelancers’ or ‘contractors’ but it’s not what you call them that matters. It’s the way you work together that is legally important.

There have been many cases where business owners thought they were using freelancers, but ended up liable for backdated holiday pay, sick pay and more because the relationship had, in legal terms, become employment.

Tribunals don’t just look at contracts, they look at how someone actually works for you. So, if you’re setting their hours, giving instructions, and they only work for you… that could cross the line.

If you’re unsure, we can look at your set up now to help you avoid expensive surprises later.

Growing your team but not feeling confident about managing?Managing people can be rewarding, but it’s not always easy.Th...
04/06/2025

Growing your team but not feeling confident about managing?

Managing people can be rewarding, but it’s not always easy.

This quick Cheat Sheet shares 5 HR tips to help you avoid common pitfalls and lead your team with confidence.

At Elliott HR, we support new and growing teams with straightforward, practical advice that makes a difference.

Need help navigating something tricky? Get in touch. Link in bio.

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