In a professional world that often encourages people to push through in silence, creating an environment where health transitions are met with openness is vital. Menopause is a significant life…
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With Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) reform fast approaching, many employers are facing rising costs, increased operational pressure and heightened legal risk at a time when HR teams and managers are…
Employee relations has entered a more complex, higher‑risk phase, shaped by legal reform, cultural change and rising ER case volumes shaped by AI. People teams can’t afford to stay reactive....
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Empowering People Group today announces two key appointments as the Group enters its next phase of growth. Rena Christou has been appointed as the new Group Chief Executive Officer, and…
As 2026 unfolds, organisations face a landscape that is more complex and more dynamic than ever. The Employment Rights Act (ERA) has raised the stakes in employee relations, requiring organisations…
The world of HR is approaching a seismic transformation with the Employment Rights Act receiving Royal Assent. Employee relations cases are rising by up to 40%, even before the most…
The world of work is evolving faster than many organisations can keep up with. Legislative shifts, increased employee relations complexity and added pressure on HR and managers are driving a widespread burnout crisis, and…
In December 2025, the Government proposed a new update to the (now) Employment Rights Act, which would remove the compensation cap on unfair dismissal claims, giving eligible employees the ability…
The government’s recent U-turn on the Employment Rights Bill was unexpected. The six-month qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims – down from two years – is a critical turning point…
The research findings reveal the risk and readiness for the Employment Rights Bill. The upcoming Employment Rights Act is set to bring sweeping changes to how organisations manage people, policies and compliance....
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