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13/10/2026

The changes to harassment laws coming in from 30 October, will require employers to take a much more proactive approach.
If you’re unsure where to start, my latest newsletter explains what’s changing and I've included a free risk assessment template.

From 30 October 2026, employers will face a new legal duty: trying to prevent harassment before it happens. This is a major shift and many companies are nowhere near prepared.

29/09/2026

The changes to Right to Work checks come in from 1 October and they could have a huge impact to business operations and supply chains who operate outside of the traditional employee-employer relationship by using workers, sub-contractors, etc.

Are you ready for this tricky new change? If not, I've summarised the main points in my latest newsletter.

Right to Work (RTW) checks have traditionally been used to establish whether employees working under a contract of employment have permission to work in the UK. From 1 October 2026, the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 will extend the scheme to reflect the changing ways in which orga...

29/09/2026

The changes to Right to Work checks come in from 1 October and they could have a huge impact to business operations and supply chains who operate outside of the traditional employee-employer relationship by using workers, sub-contractors, etc.

Are you ready for this tricky new change? If not, I've summarised the main points in my latest newsletter.

Right to Work (RTW) checks have traditionally been used to establish whether employees working under a contract of employment have permission to work in the UK. From 1 October 2026, the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 will extend the scheme to reflect the changing ways in which orga...

07/08/2026

Here’s my quick guide to five HR issues employers might face this summer, and the practical steps you can take.

Employers are facing a unique mix of challenges this summer: global uncertainty affecting holiday plans, school holidays clashing with work, travel disruption, and heatwaves.

10/07/2026

Just got my renewal badge - 31 years a member now!

CIPD stands for Chartered Institute of Personnel Development, and it's the organisation that sets professional standards for HR representatives.

09/07/2026

Is your company taking on any work experience students this summer?

They are a great way to help businesses gain a positive impression with the local community, as well as helping the young people develop important skills like teamwork, presenting and problem solving. Placements also offer the potential to influence potential new recruits to joining your business with increasing competition

Below are the answers to some commonly asked questions with regards to taking on a work experience placement.

https://mailchi.mp/0fae8ba035c4/guide-to-work-experience-placements

11/06/2026

With the World Cup starting today, there are opportunities for employers to use the event as a much needed morale booster. However, it also has the potential to create some HR challenges with reduced productivity, increased absences and discrimination. My latest newsletter will help you navigate the potential HR highs and lows......Come on England!

As I’m sure you will know, the World Cup kicks off today and with 48 nations competing this will be the biggest ever World Cup. As a result, employers are likely to see a significant amount of interest among employees, particularly since both England and Scotland have qualified.

22/04/2026

Has your business had anyone off sick this month?

If so, have you remembered to change your SSP settings to reflect the new rules from 6 April. If you need a bit of a reminder on the new rules, I've summarised them in the latest newsletter below

Following on from my summary of the new Employment Rights Act last month (here’s a link, if you didn’t see it - https://mailchi.mp/ae57d3b51e69/employment-rights-act-actions-for-april-2026 ), I thought it would be helpful to provide further details on some of the more significant changes.

31/03/2026

The first major changes for the Employment Rights Act start tomorrow so below is a quick reminder of the changes that are coming in in April & October 2026 and January 2027.

The first major milestone for the Employment Rights Act is fast approaching. From April 2026, employers will be required to implement a number of important changes, with further reforms expected in October 2026 and January 2027.

19/03/2025

If your holiday years runs from April-March then your employees may be entitled to an extra days annual leave as there were only seven bank holidays between 1 April 2024- 31 March 2025.

See my latest newsletter if you need more information on the above situation or a reminder of the new statutory rates (SSP, SMP, NMW and NIC) that apply from April