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As a small business owner, navigating the shifting landscape of industrial relations can feel daunting. The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces the first phase of significant reforms on 18 February…

Key Changes and Implementation When do the new SSP reforms take effect? The changes are scheduled to be implemented in April 2026. What is the "Day 1" payment rule? Currently,…

You will be aware that just before Christmas, the Employment Rights Bill was passed and became an act of law, known as the new Employment Rights Act 2025. We have further…

SSP Employment Reforms:  The new Employment Rights Act 2025 will introduce changes to how SSP is paid and calculated from 6 April 2026:  The current “waiting days” will be removed, meaning, statutory…

Please read the following guidance on how to  manage your business and your staff during periods of adverse weather. Issues to consider include the following: Premises: do you have contingency plans…

As we prepare this month’s newsletter, the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) is approaching the final stages of becoming law and is widely expected to be enacted as the Employment Rights…

As the festive season approaches, we would like to take a moment to thank you for your continued support throughout the year. It has been a pleasure working with you,…

The following information provides an employment law timeline and includes details of proposed developments that businesses need to be aware of in the months ahead. Bullying and Respect at Work Bill This private members…

This week's Autumn Statement is more than a routine fiscal update; for the UK’s 5.6 million employing SMEs, it places the economic context firmly at the centre of their preparations…

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