New Statutory Rates Announced
Alan Kitto
With effect from 6th April 2025, the following statutory rate changes will take effect:
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With the National Minimum Wage (NMW) now almost fifteen years old, and with another increase pending on 1st April 2017 HMRC have issued a list of the most elaborate excuses they've been given by employers for not paying the appropriate rates:
Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Introduced
Alan Kitto
From 6 April 2025, eligible parents of babies who require neonatal care will gain a new statutory right to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay.
Read MoreCelebrating 10 Years of Dedication: A Milestone Achievement for Bevan
Alan Kitto
We take immense pride in the commitment and dedication of our team members. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable milestone—Bevan Hillard has officially completed ten years of service with us!
Read MoreNational Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Increases for 2025 Announced
Alan Kitto
Ahead of tomorrow’s budget, the government has this evening announced the increases to the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage which will take effect from the start of April 2025.
Read MoreChristmas Party Season Is Upon Us ...
Alan Kitto
As Christmas draws ever closer, we wanted to take the opportunity to of saying that it’s been a huge pleasure working with you this year and we hope that you’re able to recharge your spent batteries over the Christmas period ready for what I very much hope will be a prosperous 2024.
Read More2025/26 Statutory Rates Announced
Alan Kitto
The Government has announced the following changes to statutory rates, likely to take effect from the start of April 2025.
Read MorePutting the HR into Christmas
Alan Kitto
During the Christmas period companies face a minefield of potential HR challenges and we feel the best way to deal with these is to be prepared. Typically the challenges come from four main areas …
Read MoreGovernment Consultation - Agency Workers
Alan Kitto
Hot on the heels of the initial consultation, the government has launched a second consultation specifically aimed at how the above provisions might apply to agency workers …
Read MoreGovernment Consultation on Statutory Sick Pay
Alan Kitto
Please make your views known by taking part in the consultation, it’s a few short questions and shouldn’t take long, I feel that the proposed changes will disproportionately affect small and medium-sized businesses and as such it’s important that your views are heard before any final decisions are made.
Read MoreDraft Employment Rights Bill - A Summary of Proposed Changes
Alan Kitto
Before July’s general election, Labour published its plan to ‘Make Work Pay’, which outlined several significant changes to employment law billed as being the biggest update to this area of the law in more than a generation.
Read MoreEmployers Obligation to Prevent Sexual Harassment
Alan Kitto
The law on sexual harassment in the workplace has been updated as of 26th October 2024, introducing several key changes and additional obligations for employers in the UK. The primary legislation governing these changes is the Equality Act 2010 (Amendment).
Read MoreNew Protection from Third Party Harassment
Alan Kitto
From October 1, 2024, employers are required to take proactive measures to protect their employees from third-party harassment, under new legislation aimed at enhancing workplace safety and dignity.
Read MoreThe Right to Disconnect
Alan Kitto
The Government is preparing to introduce new legislation aimed at ensuring employees have the right to disconnect from work outside of their contracted hours. This move is part of a broader initiative to improve work-life balance and protect workers' mental health and well-being.
Read MoreThe King's Speech
Alan Kitto
A little over a week ago, in the King’s Speech to Parliament, the new Government laid out its planned changes to employment law, as previously outlined in its manifesto and Plan to Make Work Pay.
The new Employment Rights Bill will include ….
Read MoreGeneral Election: Party Manifesto Updates
Alan Kitto
Within the last few days, the major UK political parties have all published manifestos outlining their proposed changes to employment legislation.
Read MoreLabour's Plan to 'Make Work Pay'
Alan Kitto
Ahead of the general election on 4th July 2024, the Labour Party has published its "Making Work Pay" document, which outlines significant proposed changes to UK employment law.
Here are the key points ….
Read MoreHR Is Not Your Friend ....
Alan Kitto
Human Resources (HR) departments have long been viewed with a mix of reverence and scepticism. Employees often find themselves caught in the middle of HR's dual roles: being a supportive presence and a staunch protector of the company's interests. This duality can create confusion and mistrust. However, understanding what HR truly is can help demystify its functions and foster a more realistic relationship between employees and the HR department.
Read MoreNew Compensation Limits Announced
Alan Kitto
The Government has announced the new compensation limits that are effective from 6th April 2024.
Read MoreHolidays, Holiday Pay and Paternity Leave
Alan Kitto
The Government has issued new guidance on the most recent changes to the law surrounding Holiday Pay and new legislation has been drafted that will effect changes to Paternity Leave and will apply in all cases where the effective week of childbirth (EWC) is on or after 6th April 2024.
Read MoreHappy New Year and Some Employment Law Changes
Alan Kitto
Hi and Happy New Year to you, we wish you and your business every success in 2024 and rest assured we’ll be here when we’re needed … Notwithstanding this. there are some employment law changes that are effective from 1st January 2024.
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