Carrie Tutte 
This is something that many of us in business have faced or will face at some point ….supporting an employee who’s struggling with their mental health. Mental health challenges are incredibly common in the workplace. And, mental illness is now the leading cause of work-limiting conditions among people under 44, with cases having quadrupled in … Read more
Under the Employment Rights Act 2025, significant changes will be made to the law on unfair dismissal. Reforms will range from the extension of the time limit in which employees can bring employment tribunal claims to the reduction of qualifying service. These reforms are going to have a major impact on employers and the HR … Read more
The Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 25) is bringing in sweeping changes to employment law and keeping track of when everything is happening is a complex task. One such change that some may have overlooked came into force from 6 April 2026; from that date, the definition of “qualifying disclosures” has been extended to include … Read more
Fixed term contracts can be a really helpful way to bring people into your business when you need extra hands for a specific reason. They give flexibility, help manage costs, and make it easier to plan ahead. But they do come with rules, and if those rules are missed, things can get tricky. What are … Read more
As the cost of living crisis continues, worries over financial wellbeing can have a big impact on employees’ overall wellbeing, which in turn can affect their satisfaction and productivity at work and even their health. There are, however, things employers can do to support employee financial wellbeing that go beyond a pay rise. Background The … Read more
It can and does happen! So, how do you handle it? 1. It’s the employee’s responsibility to get in touch with the employer As soon as it became apparent to the employee that they are not going to be able to return to work as expected, they have a responsibility to get in touch with … Read more
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced its plans to reform the Disability Confident employer scheme, which provides guidance and information to organisations on recruiting and retaining disabled people. Committing to the scheme shows an organisation’s willingness to support disabled people into work and thrive whilst there. It can also support compliance with … Read more
On 7 April 2026, in accordance with the Employment Rights Act 2025 and other commencement regulations, a new Fair Work Agency was established. This new regulatory body will fundamentally change the enforcement of individual employment rights in the UK by bringing the powers of various enforcement bodies under a single banner. So, what does that … Read more
13% of UK employers have faced an employment tribunal claim relating to neurodiversity, so maybe it’s time for a review of your employment practices. The Ministry of Justice recently revealed that the number of tribunal decisions citing ADHD rose from just 6 in the first half of 2020 to 51 in the first half of … Read more
Time and time again, bank holidays are a source of confusion for employers and their staff and if this is not resolved it can lead to upset and complaints. So, what do you need to know? 1. There is no right to automatic time off There is no statutory right to time off on a … Read more
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