Statutory Duties in Employment: What Every Employer Needs to Know
Every employer is bound by statutory employment duties, which form the bedrock of the employer-employee relationship. From ensuring fair treatment to providing a safe work environment, these laws protect employee rights and, when followed, reduce the risk of tribunal claims against employers. The most critical statutes governing employment in the UK include: Employment Rights Act […]
The Role of HR in Employment Law Compliance and Claim Prevention
Human Resources (HR) is a powerful ally in maintaining legal compliance and preventing costly tribunal claims. From creating compliant policies to training employees, HR plays a vital role in protecting businesses from potential legal pitfalls. HR’s role encompasses several areas critical to risk management: Employment Law and Policy Implementation: HR keeps organisations updated on employment […]
How Does HR Outsourcing Reduce Costs?
In today’s dynamic business environment, managing costs effectively is crucial for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). One of the most effective strategies for achieving this is HR outsourcing. But how does HR outsourcing reduce costs? By outsourcing HR functions, SMEs can achieve significant cost savings while enhancing operational efficiency. Let’s explore why 39% of SMEs […]
2025 – The HR year ahead
In this webinar we looked to the future and consider the HR and employment landscape for the year ahead.
The Role of HR in Ensuring Compliance
Human Resources (HR) plays a critical role in ensuring that organisations adhere to various laws and regulations. For many businesses, partnering with an outsourced HR provider like HR Solutions can be an effective way to manage this complex task. Here’s how HR contributes to compliance: Understanding and Implementing Employment Laws HR professionals stay up to […]
What You Need to Know About Ethnicity Pay Gap Reporting
In recent years, ethnicity pay gap reporting has gained significant attention as businesses strive to create fairer, more inclusive workplaces. For many companies, the journey toward understanding pay differences between ethnic groups not only strengthens compliance but also enhances employee trust and creates a positive company culture. What is Ethnicity Pay Gap Reporting? Ethnicity pay […]
How the Autumn Budget 2024 Impacts Employers
Today, the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the new Government’s long-awaited Autumn Budget, highlighting how the Autumn Budget 2024 impacts employers through key changes in public finances related to employment. With the recent Employment Rights Bill already setting the stage for new employment law changes, this Budget focused on public spending policies that will directly […]
Update on the Employment Rights Bill: Public Consultations Open
You will know from our previous article, that the Employment Rights Bill has a long way to go before its implementation. Central to many of the reforms that are set out within it, is the process of public consultation. Public consultation seeks input from key stakeholders, whether this is from employees themselves, business, trade unions […]
Employment Rights Bill Implementation Timeline: What It Means for Your Business
The Employment Rights Bill is on the horizon, with several key reforms that will affect businesses of all sizes. Understanding the Employment Rights Bill implementation timeline is crucial for employers to ensure compliance and maintain fair practices in the workplace. Key Dates in the Employment Rights Bill Implementation: 21 October 2024: Second reading of the […]
New Legal Duty for Employers to Prevent Workplace Sexual Harassment
On 26 October 2024, a new legal duty will come into force, requiring all employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. This duty applies to businesses of all sizes and extends beyond the traditional office environment, covering any work-related setting such as conferences, training sessions, exhibitions, and even social events […]
P&O Ferries Redundancy Case: What Went Wrong and Lessons for Employers on UK Employment Law
In this article, we examine the actions of P&O Ferries, which led to public outcry at the time, and consider what they should have done instead in line with UK employment law. P&O Ferries became a case study on how not to manage redundancy dismissals, following the way in which they dismissed 786 employees back in […]
HR Knowledge Manager, Victoria Templeton, Celebrates 5 Years of Service
We are proud to celebrate the fifth work anniversary of our HR Knowledge Manager, Victoria Templeton, who has been an integral part of our team since September 2019. Starting as an HR advisor, Victoria’s dedication and expertise quickly saw her promoted to HR Knowledge Manager, a role in which she continues to excel. With over […]
Employment Rights Bill 2024: Advice for SMEs and HR Professionals
Just 24 hours after the Employment Rights Bill 2024 was published, here’s our expert advice for SMEs and HR professionals. First of all, even though the scale of the employment reforms are, in our opinion, the largest we have seen in decades, it is a huge relief that the majority of reforms are coming into […]
ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management (Online)
This popular course identifies the types of difficult conversations managers may face and explores constructive tools and techniques to deal with common management challenges. Through discussions and activities, we identify what makes a conversation difficult, how to address it and increase the chances of a positive outcome.
Sexual Harassment – Complying with the New Statutory Duty
This popular course identifies the types of difficult conversations managers may face and explores constructive tools and techniques to deal with common management challenges. Through discussions and activities, we identify what makes a conversation difficult, how to address it and increase the chances of a positive outcome.
The Employment Rights Bill 2024: Zero-Hour Contracts, Day-One Rights, and the End of Fire and Rehire
Today (Thursday, 10 October), the Employment Rights Bill 2024 has been introduced, marking the most significant reform in employment law in decades. The primary aim of this bill is to legislate enhanced employment rights and ban exploitative practices. The Employment Rights Bill 2024 seeks to end exploitative zero-hour contracts and fire-and-rehire practices. It will give […]
50 Years of the Health and Safety at Work Act
2024 is the 50th year of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSAWA). It is the principle piece of legislation for occupational health and safety in Great Britain and operates alongside other health and safety Acts of law. It was introduced following Lord Robens commissioned report into safety and health at work which […]
Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal Fees Set to Be Introduced in November 2024
The UK Government is expected to implement a fee structure for claims submitted to the Employment Tribunal (ET) and Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) starting in November 2024. These changes are designed to ensure that the system remains affordable, proportionate, and simple for all users while addressing the need for financial sustainability within the tribunal system. […]
Upcoming Legislation – Key Changes Employers Need to Know
A series of significant legislative changes are set to reshape the employment landscape for businesses across the UK. From tipping policies to sexual harassment responsibilities and pension age increases, this upcoming legislation will have a widespread impact on employers and employees alike. It’s crucial for businesses to stay informed and proactive to ensure compliance and […]
Bullying and harassment at work
Conflict resolution is a topical issue in HR. Research by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) highlighted a disconnect between the employer’s perception of successful conflict resolution (namely grievance issues) and the employee’s perspective which falls short of this. The report analyses data from both employers and employees to evaluate the prevalence of […]