Doodle HR Ltd

05/06/2026

Our kind of Friday...

05/06/2026

Friday update...

📢 Employment Rights Act 2025 – Consultation Update

The government has launched a new consultation focusing on proposed reforms to zero hours contracts—and it’s one employer should not overlook.

👥 Who will this affect?
The proposals apply to:
• Workers on zero hours contracts; and
• Workers earning below a weekly hour’s threshold (currently suggested between 8–20 hours — a notably wide range).

⚠️ Why it matters
These proposed changes are complex and raise significant practical questions. If your organisation uses zero hours workers, we strongly encourage you to have your say.

📝 Key proposed reforms include:
• A right to guaranteed hours based on historic working patterns
• A right to reasonable notice for shifts and any changes
• A right to compensation for shifts cancelled or changed at short notice

📅 Timeline:
• Consultation closes: 25 August 2026
• Expected implementation: January 2027

If you have questions on these reforms and how they could affect your business, give us a call on 01423 425575

01/06/2026

June has arrived along with our latest newsletter...
https://bit.ly/4nVpxKc

29/05/2026

29/05/2026

Wow! A blast from the past coming to First Direct Arena in December!

29/05/2026

Cedar Court Hotel Harrogate
It's never too early to plan a party!

Christmas parties were never really just about the food, drinks or dancefloor.

They’re about the moments people still talk about months later.

The laughs between colleagues.
The conversations that don’t happen in meetings.
The chance to properly switch off and enjoy being together.

Because some of the best moments happen away from the desk.

Harrogate Christmas 2026 🎄
https://cedarcourthotels.co.uk/christmas/

27/05/2026

Qualifying service for unfair dismissal is set to change to 6 months from 1 January 2027 (with retrospective effect) and this will have a big impact on probation periods.

Employers need to plan for this change and we can help. Contact us on 01423 425575 or via our website - https://doodlehr.co.uk/contact-us/

26/05/2026

Data protection complaints...

From 19 June 2026, a requirement to have a complaints handling process in place will come into force under the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025.

If you are unsure of your obligations as an employer, we're here to help - you can contact us through our website, drop us an email to [email protected], or give us a call on 01423 425575
https://doodlehr.co.uk/contact-us/

24/05/2026

Ampleforth Abbey We totally agree!

Brew with a View 👀

We might be biased, but we think the view from our Tea Room might be one of the loveliest views in Yorkshire!

With free entry and free parking, Ampleforth Abbey is the perfect place to relax, reconnect with nature and, of course, enjoy a pot of proper Yorkshire tea (tried and tested by Fr Paul).

North York Moors National Park

18/05/2026

Happy Monday!