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18/03/2026

Following on from last week's post around SSP and the changes that will come into effect on the 6th April 2026, please find ⬇️ a link to our most recent blog where we outline these changes and what steps you need to take.

https://www.peoplesolutions.info/statutory-sick-pay-changes/

04/03/2026

Spring is in the air 🌸

Longer days. Fresh energy. A chance to reset.

It's also the perfect time to give your HR compliance documents and policies a proper Spring clean!

We recommend:
✔️ Reviewing employment contracts to ensure they reflect current legislation.
✔️ Updating workplace policies in line with recent legal changes.
✔️ Sense-checking your employee handbook for consistency and clarity.
✔️ Identifying any gaps that could expose your business to risk.

Employment law and best practice don’t stand still – and neither should your documentation.

A proactive review now can prevent costly issues later.

If your documentation hasn’t had a refresh in a while, why not speak to us, we can help you get everything up to date, compliant, and aligned with your business as it grows.🌼

04/02/2026

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29/01/2026

📢 Heads up for employers

You may already be aware that from January 2027, the qualifying period for unfair dismissal is set to ⬇️ reduce from 2 years to 6 months.

❓ But did you know that this will be applied retrospectively.

What this means for you is that anyone you hire from July 2026 onwards will benefit from this shorter qualifying period once the change comes in.

👉 Now is a good time to:
➡️ Review recruitment plans for late 2026.
➡️ Tighten onboarding, probation and performance management processes.
➡️ Make sure managers are confident having early, well-documented conversations.

Getting ahead of this now could save a lot of risk (and stress) later. If you'd like any assistance with this, contact us today 📞

14/01/2026

Are you ready for the wave of changes the Employment Rights Act of 2025 will bring to 2026 ❓

🌷 April will see
➡️ Increase to NMW rates
➡️ Increase to Family Leave Payments
➡️ Removal of 3 day waiting and lower earnings limit for SSP
➡️ Day 1 right to Paternity and Parental Leave
➡️ Establishment of the Fair Work Agency

🍂 October will bring
➡️ Fire and re-hire practices become automatically unfair
➡️ Sexual Harassment - employers duty to take "all reasonable steps"
➡️ Tribunal Claim Time Limit increase to 6 months
➡️ Tips and Gratuities laws will be enhanced
➡️ Duty to inform workers of their rights to join a Trade Union

If this list fills you with uncertainty and dread and you want to remain compliant amidst all these changes 📞 contact us today to see how we can support you through this year of change.

07/01/2026

✨ New Year. New Employment Landscape. ✨

A new year brings fresh opportunities — and fresh people challenges.
This year it also brings significant changes to employment law, with the upcoming Employment Rights Bill set to reshape key areas of the employee lifecycle.

At People Solutions, we help our clients:
✔ Understand what upcoming legislative changes mean in practice
✔ Review and update contracts, policies, and processes
✔ Build compliant, people-focused workplaces
✔ Stay ahead of risk while supporting business growth

If 2026 is the year you want clearer processes, compliant people management, and fewer people headaches, we’d love to help.

📞 Let’s start the conversation.

18/12/2025

As we start to wrap up for the year, we'd like to wish you all a Merry Christmas 🎄 and a happy and healthy 2026 🎆

04/12/2025

🔔 ACAS Early Conciliation window doubles - from 6 weeks to 12 weeks.

As of 1st December 2025, the maximum timeframe allowed for early conciliation with ACAS increased from 6 weeks to 12 weeks.

This change is designed to give more time for constructive dialogue before a claim reaches the Employment Tribunal — but it also brings new considerations for employers.

➡️ More time for strategic resolution: The extended timeframe allows more opportunity for meaningful negotiation and early settlement where appropriate.
➡️ Longer exposure window: You may be engaged in potential disputes for a longer period before knowing whether a claim will proceed.
➡️ Greater need for strong processes: With claims potentially arising months after the initial issue, accurate records and clear internal communication become even more critical.

This change is a timely reminder that early, proactive HR intervention is often the key to resolving issues constructively, avoiding the cost and disruption of a tribunal claim.

If you’d like support updating your processes or preparing your organisation for the new conciliation timeframe, please contact us today 📞

26/11/2025

Ahead of the Chancellor's budget, the new National Minimum Wage rates from April 2026 have been announced 🔊

➡️ £12.71 per hour for over-21s
➡️ £10.85 per hour for 18 - 20 year olds
➡️ £8.00 per hour for under 18's and Apprentices

💷 This means an employee over 21, working 40 hours a week, will require a minimum salary of £26,436.80 per year.

Now is time to review your current pay rates to ensure that you are inline with the new legislation before next Spring 🌼.

IF you would like support in reviewing and updating your employee's pay rates, contact us today 📞

12/11/2025

🌿 Today is Mental Health First Aider Day 🌿

A day to pause and appreciate all the Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAs) who make a real difference every day — by listening, supporting, and helping create workplaces where it’s okay to not be okay. 💚

As recently trained Mental Health First Aiders, we've seen how powerful a simple, genuine conversation can be.
Mental Health Awareness isn't just about recognising challenges - it's building a culture of trust, empathy and remembering that support starts with a conversation.

❓ Do you have MHFA's in your workplace.
❓ Would you be interested in providing that service to your employees.

Contact us to find out more, and let's keep looking out for each other - not just today, but every day.

05/11/2025

Remember, remember the 5th of November... 🔥 🎆

We believe that your team is your greatest asset, and just like a bonfire, it needs nurturing and care to burn brightly.

🔥 On Bonfire Night, it is a great moment for businesses to reflect on your Company and team's accomplishments so far this year.

🔥 Just as flames of the bonfire transform and adapt to the wind, your business needs to stay flexible and ready to evolve.

Are your HR processes supporting your growth?

If the answer is no, contact us today 📞 we can help you create and/or streamline HR practices to enable both scalability and employee satisfaction, helping you to increase your productivity.