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April 2026 Newsletter

What’s now in force under the Employment Rights Act and what to prepare for next | When DIY HR stops being efficient and starts holding the business back | A recent case showing how clear expectations can protect you at tribunal | Quick answers to some questions we’re being asked right now …and much more!

March 2026 Newsletter

Why planning an HR budget could save you money this year | The role managers play in preventing long term sickness | Recruit or reorganise? How to think differently about capacity as costs rise | Plus your questions answered

February 2026 Newsletter

What every employer needs to know about suspension | A recent tribunal case with a simple lesson for business owners | How to manage and reduce absence | Other key news you should be aware of | Plus, your questions answered

January 2026 Newsletter

Getting your HR ready for the year ahead | Why so many resignations happen in January (and how to prevent them) | Latest news on employment law reforms | ADHD support and paternity pay | Plus, your questions answered

December 2025 Newsletter

How to stop knowledge walking out the door when key staff leave | December’s tricky people challenges (and how to handle them) | News updates: disability inclusion, digital IDs and Gen Z money worries | And answers to your latest questions.

November 2025 Newsletter

Day 1 dismissal rights | Getting right-to-work checks right first time | Why disability claims are up 40% | Plus, we answer your questions on social media policies, job titles and holiday carry-over.

October 2025 Newsletter

Those employment law mistakes that keep catching people out (and costing them thousands) | Why growth can expose gaps in your HR setup that you didn’t even know existed | Your team might be clocking more unpaid hours than you think | Some good news from the government about high street support | The mental health stuff that’s hitting businesses hard right now | Plus we answer your latest questions.

September 2025 Newsletter

What small businesses can learn from the McDonald’s culture crisis | How to spot underperformance before it affects your bottom line | Simple ways to manage rising staff costs | Answers to your most-asked HR questions

August 2025 Newsletter

What you should be planning for September (before it gets busy) | How to handle it when someone quits in anger | Why stressed managers create stressed teams (and what to do about it) | Why one rushed redundancy just cost £24k | Plus answers to your most common HR questions

July 2025 Newsletter

Practical, low-cost ways to support your team through the cost crisis (that actually improves performance) | Why 25% of employees are hiding burnout from their managers | How minimum wage increases might be disrupting your team dynamics | And answers to your burning questions

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What the new Fair Work Agency means for your business

You probably haven’t heard of the Fair Work Agency yet. That’s because it’s been quietly introduced as part of the Employment Rights Act. But this is not another advisory body you can ignore. It’s an enforcement agency with the power to inspect, investigate and act, even where no complaint has been made.

How to resolve conflict between two employees

Handling conflict isn’t how you want to spend your time or energy and it can be really tempting to turn a blind eye. Here’s why that isn’t a good idea and how you can nip things in the bud before they escalate.

Can I fire someone for poor performance?

Poor performance is one of the hardest issues to deal with as a business owner. Here’s what you need to know…

Can I suspend an employee during a workplace investigation?

When something serious happens at work, it can be hard to know what to do next. You want to protect your team and your business, but you also want to be fair…

What to do when a new hire isn’t working out during probation

You hired someone promising. Three weeks in, your gut’s telling you something’s off. Probation exists for exactly this reason but handling it fairly while protecting your business can be tricky.

Don’t get caught out: Is my freelancer actually an employee?

Freelancers look like the perfect solution for small businesses. But this seemingly simple arrangement can hide unexpected risks that could impact your business.

Hidden legal risks when scaling

Growing your business feels amazing. More customers, more revenue, more people joining your team. But growth often exposes gaps in your HR setup that you didn’t even know existed.

Is how you’re working with people legal?

In our latest blog, we look at some legalities of working with people, the potential issues you may face and the easy fixes to make sure you’re protected.

3 things you should fix before they become a legal problem

Not every HR issue will turn into a legal problem. But it’s worth knowing which ones might so that you can handle them well from the start.

Statutory Sick Pay changes – what your business needs to know

The Employment Rights Bill is expected to introduce changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) in the coming months. As a business owner, understanding these changes now will help you to adapt smoothly when they come into effect.

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