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For more than 10 years we have provided companies of all sizes and in a variety of sectors with uncomplicated, innovative and affordable human resources advice and on-site support ensuring that your people are an asset to your company and not a liability.
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:
Hi, I wanted to share a useful clarification following a discussion with HMRC earlier today regarding the conversion of hourly National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) rates into annual salaries and vice versa.
Read MoreApril is always a key time for employment law updates, but 2026 marks a much more significant shift than usual.
Read MoreThe government has today announced the new employment tribunal compensation that are effective for dismissals on or after 6th April 2026:
Read MoreThe government has recently, and very quietly, published an Unfair Dismissal Factsheet on its Employment Rights Act 2025 webpage, clarifying how key reforms will be implemented.
Read MoreThe government has today announced the statutory rates that are effective from 6th April 2026.
Read MoreAs part of its decision to abandon day one unfair dismissal rights in favour of reducing the qualifying period from two years to six months continuous employment, the government has committed to scrapping the statutory cap on compensation for ordinary unfair dismissal cases.
Read MoreOne of the major provisions within the Government’s Employment Rights Bill was the removal of the qualifying period for unfair dismissal cases, and in so doing, give employees a day one right to bring such claims.
Read MoreAhead 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 2026.
Read MoreThe Government has unveiled draft regulations to extend the Early Conciliation period administered by Acas from six weeks to 12 weeks, effective for cases where conciliation begins on or after 1 December 2025.
Read MoreWe are pleased to highlight the latest rise in the Real Living Wage, as published by the Living Wage Foundation, and explain how it applies to full-time employment.
Please note that this is separate from the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates, which are likely to be published for 2026 in the next few weeks.
Read MoreWe are delighted to announce that we have recently agreed to provide HR support to the Severn Area Rescue Association (SARA).
Read MoreEvery September, organisations across the globe mark Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage open conversations about mental health and suicide.
Read MoreEmployers are facing a tight talent pool, rising recruitment expenses, and increasing uncertainty surrounding employment legislation. One major development is the Government’s proposed amendment to the Employment Rights Bill, which will make unfair dismissal a ‘day one’ right. This shift, when introduced, will reduce the flexibility employers currently have during probation periods and early employment, adding further pressure to get recruitment decisions right first time.
Read MoreAs flexible and hybrid working continues to reshape the modern workplace, the CIPD’s latest report, ‘Flexible and Hybrid Working Practices in 2025, offers timely insight into how these arrangements are evolving — and what it means for both employers and employees.
Read MoreIn a major House of Lords vote last week, peers backed an amendment (Amendment 49) to the Employment Rights Bill, scrapping the proposed day‑one unfair dismissal right in favour of reinstating a qualifying period for tribunal claims.
Read MoreWithin the last few days, the Government has issued an updated timescale on the introduction of the various provisions contained within its Employment Rights Bill.
Read MoreIn a world where AI tools like ChatGPT are becoming commonplace in the job search process, employers face a new challenge: how to distinguish genuine candidate ability from artificially enhanced applications. We’ve listed a few ways that businesses can adapt their recruitment practices to ensure applicants have the real-world skills to succeed — not just a well-polished CV and the ability to use AI tools..
Read MoreIn today’s fast-paced and increasingly complex world of work, employees face a multitude of pressures—both personal and professional. From financial concerns and mental health challenges to family responsibilities and work-related stress, it’s no surprise that wellbeing has become a key focus for employers. One powerful way to support your workforce is through the introduction of an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Read MoreAfter a number of years of there being very few changes to employment law, we’ve seen a number of changes over the last few months and have sight of more to come over the next eighteen months; I wanted to take an opportunity to summarise what’s been happening and what’s still to come.
Read MoreWith effect from 6th April 2025, the following statutory rate changes will take effect:
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