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Fire and Rehire Rules Delayed to January 2027: What Employers Need to Know
If you've been bracing for the new fire and rehire restrictions to land this October, you've got a bit more breathing room. The Government has confirmed the commencement date has moved from October 2026 to 1 January 2027,…
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There’s a New Employee Right You Might Have Missed — And It Lands on Your Desk, Not the ICO’s
Since 19 June 2026, employees have a new statutory right to raise data protection complaints directly with their employer, rather than going straight to…
Read updateCourt of Appeal Rules: Internal Appeals Can’t Fix an Unfair Dismissal
A brand new Court of Appeal ruling proves your appeal process is not a fix-all for a flawed dismissal. Here's what UK employers need…
Read updateZero Hours Contract Reforms: Consultation Closes 25 August — Here’s What’s Proposed
If you use zero hours or low-hours contracts anywhere in your business, there's a consultation running right now that will shape how you're allowed…
Read updateNEW Important update for UK Employers
If it feels like the goalposts keep moving, that's because they are. 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years for…
Read updateSeptember HR Health Check
Running a small or medium-sized business can feel like spinning plates — especially when it comes to managing people. Policies, contracts, absence, employee issues……
Read updatePerformance Management: Turning Conversations into Results
In today’s fast-moving workplace, performance management isn’t about annual appraisals or tick-box exercises—it’s about ongoing, meaningful conversations that drive improvement, engagement, and business results.…
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