Probationary Periods: What Employers Need to Know Ahead of the 2027 Legal Changes
Probationary periods have always been a valuable management tool — but with significant legislative changes coming into force on 1 January 2027, employers need to
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Important Legal Update: New Third‑Party Harassment Duties Coming October 2026
We want to make you aware of a significant legal change coming into force on 30 October 2026 that will affect all UK employers. This
Trade Union Changes – 2027 Update
Several significant TradeUnion changes are scheduled to take effect in October2026 under the Employment Rights Act 2025. However, the Government has announced that the duty
What are the limits to the statutory rights to be accompanied
There is a balance to be struck when it comes to allowing companions in meetings. Between ensuring the employee is properly supported and, in a
Right to Work Rules are Changing from October 2026
From October 2026, employers’ duties on right to work checks are changing, and a wider group of people performing work for the organisation will need
Managing Mental Health Dismissal
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
Does your probation period need an update?
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
Employment Rights Act 2025: Whistleblowing and Sexual Harassment changes
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
Fixed Term Contracts
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
