New Trade Union Access Rights: What Small Employers Need to Know
Since 30 October 2026, trade unions can formally request access to workplaces with 21 or more workers, even if you don’t recognise a union. Here’s what it means for small employers and what to do if a request arrives.
Employment Rights Act: October 2026 changes
Several important Employment Rights Act changes take effect in October 2026. Here is what employers need to know about longer Employment Tribunal time limits and stronger protection from workplace harassment, along with some practical steps to take now.
Could Early Intervention be the Key to Reducing Sickness Absence in Your Business
With sickness absence at a 15-year high, the pressure on employers has never been greater. But the businesses seeing the best results aren't just managing absence, they're getting ahead of it.
Is Your HR Documentation Still Fit For Purpose?
HR documentation is one of those areas that many small businesses understandably only revisit when something difficult happens.