We previously advised on the Chancellors’ intention to ensure all young people who have been on Universal Credits for 18 months or longer will be offered a guaranteed paid work placement. Those who do not take up the offer could face losing their benefits. This comes amidst growing concerns on how to tackle youth unemployment […]
Read articleThe Employment Bill set out plans to improve gender equality in the workplace, by extending reporting requirements for large employers. Following Royal Assent of the Employment Rights Bill, on 18 December 2025, The Employment Rights Act 2025 will bring forward requirements for employers with 250 or more employees will have the option to produce and […]
Read articleFrom 6 April 2026, the UK is introducing significant updates to family-friendly employment rights under the Employment Rights Act. These reforms remove long-standing qualifying service periods for certain types of leave, making it easier for new parents—especially fathers and partners—to access time off when welcoming a child. The headline change: employees can now give notice […]
Read articleAvoiding Tax Traps: A Warning for Agency Workers and Contractors Moving Between Umbrella Companies If you’re an agency worker or contractor operating through an umbrella company, it’s vital to be aware of the risks of becoming involved often unknowingly in tax avoidance schemes. HMRC has issued warnings about certain umbrella companies that promote these schemes, […]
Read articleUK tackles “gagging” NDAs in landmark workers’ rights reform What’s happening?The UK government has introduced amendments to the Employment Rights Bill that would ban the use of NDAs (non-disclosure agreements) designed to silence victims of workplace harassment or discrimination, including sexual harassment. Any confidentiality clause in a settlement that aims to stifle such disclosures would […]
Read articleThe Chancellor set out plans in the 2025 Budget to introduce a mileage levy on owners of electric and plug-in hybrid electric cars (PHEV), by charging a 3p per mile for drivers of electric cars and rate of 1.5p per mile for PHEVs. Whilst drivers of petrol and diesel cars pay tax on how much […]
Read articleIn a significant step towards addressing long-standing inequalities, the UK government has unveiled reforms to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) that will benefit millions of women, particularly those in frontline public service roles. The changes, set to take effect from April 2026, target the persistent gender pension gap a disparity where women often retire […]
Read articleIn a significant advancement for working parents, the Employment Rights Act 2025 (which received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025) introduces enhanced dismissal protections for pregnant women and new mothers. These reforms, forming part of the government’s “Make Work Pay” agenda, aim to address ongoing workplace discrimination and support more women in maintaining their careers […]
Read articleIs this now applicable for you? – back in January 2024 guidelines for Irregular hours and Part Year Workers holiday accrual were updated. If you employ workers with irregular hours or part-year contracts, and your holiday year starts (on or after 1st April 2024) so for many this will be January 2025, you can begin implementing […]
Read articleThe UK’s Employee Car Ownership Scheme (ECOS) has long been a popular way for employers especially in the motor industry to provide vehicles to staff without triggering the normal company-car tax charges. But major changes are coming, and although the government has delayed implementation, the shift is significant enough that both employers and employees need […]
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