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From April 2026, the UK’s Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rules are changing, and small businesses must act fast to stay compliant and protect their people.   What’s Changing? Day-one entitlement : Statutory Sick Pay will be paid from the first day of sickness (no more three-day waiting period). All workers eligible : The lower earnings limit is gone. Everyone qualifies, no matter their income. Support for lower earners : Employees earning below the standard SSP rate will receive 80

Creating work experience opportunities for young people is a win-win situation for both your organisation and the individual. It’s a...

Running a small business in the UK comes with a lot of moving parts, and staying on top of employment legislation is one of the more...

The last 12 months has seen many discussions around a wide range of changes to employment legislation including Sexual Harassment , the...

As an employer, you should consult employees and their representatives when a change or issue is identified, and before any final decision is made. This may include a change to role or job content, a policy amendment that affects terms and conditions, or a restructure that may lead to redundancy.   In the UK, the consultation period is a legally mandated process designed to ensure that employees are informed about significant changes in their workplace or their terms and cond

Let’s face it: running a business is tough. You’re juggling customers, crunching numbers, and trying to keep the team happy—all while...

In the fast-paced world of business, organisations large and small need to adapt to stay competitive. Whether it’s through restructuring...

With continuous development in technology and the accessibility of digital tools increasing, organisations can only benefit by becoming...

The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023 comes into effect on 1 July 2024. The Transfer...

What should be in your employee handbook? Employee handbooks  are often shared as part of the induction process  with new staff to...

Getting all the details in black and white is crucial. We share our top tips for writing an HMRC compliant freelance agreement (contract...

Holiday for irregular hours workers and part year staff is set to change again from April 2024 due to changes to the Working Time...

The current business climate has forced many organisations to make difficult decisions regarding redundancies and restructures . It can be a challenging time for those involved, so it’s essential to approach the process with sensitivity and compassion.   Understanding the Impact of Redundancies and Restructures Restructuring, redeployment, and potential redundancies will inevitably cause a great deal of stress, anxiety, and uncertainty among employees, which can negatively af

Many organisations have sustainability and reaching net zero on their agenda for the year ahead. So, what involvement can HR have in...

Flexible working is now a central part of how businesses attract, engage, and retain talent. New legislation came into effect in April...

We all know that when there is a possible workplace disciplinary or grievance issues, the employer should find out all they reasonably...

Calculating annual leave entitlements to ensure that everyone receives the statutory minimum paid leave can be a headache. In this blog...

We’re on the countdown to Christmas, looking forward to family, food, and a festive break, but for payroll professionals, Christmas and...

Back in April 2020, the UK government introduced the Good Work Plan, which you might have heard described as the biggest change to employment law in years. It was designed to make the world of work fairer and clearer, giving employees stronger rights and giving employers more guidance on what’s expected. Five years on, The Good Work Plan is still very much in force and relevant to employers today.