
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 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…
On Wednesday 26th November 2025, the Chancellor delivered the government’s latest Budget, setting out economic and workforce priorities that HR leaders will need to navigate in the year ahead. It…

While the Employment Rights Bill continues to capture headlines, a quieter but equally crucial piece of legislation, the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA), received Royal Assent earlier this…

On October 26th 2024, the Worker Protection Act 2023 came into effect. This amendment to the Equality Act 2010 introduced new legal duties for organisations, so they must now proactively take…

Navigating a long-term sickness absence can be one of the most challenging situations an employer faces. On one hand, you want to be supportive and compassionate. On the other, a…