The Government launches Consultations on key Make Work Pay measures including protections for pregnant women and new mothers at work, bereavement leave and trade union reforms. The consultations are seeking views on how to shape reforms on proposals put forward to develop employment rights further for workers. Enhancing dismissal protections for pregnant women and new […]
Read articleThe Living Wage Foundation (LWF), known for promoting fair wages, has extended its concern to the realm of retirement. As the cost of living rises and more people are struggling to save, ensuring a decent pension for a comfortable retirement becomes increasingly important. There is a growing awareness that many people, especially those on lower […]
Read articlePhased Returns to Work and Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) in the UK: Arrangements That Don’t Satisfy a Period of Incapacity for Work (PIW) Phased returns to work are a common approach used by employers in the UK to support employees who are recovering from illness or injury. These arrangements allow employees to gradually increase their […]
Read articleIn the latest series of meetings on the Make Work Pay plan, the Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds hosted a Business Breakfast on Tuesday 3rd September 2024 to discuss the upcoming Employment Bill. With employment rights high on the agenda, the ministers met with business representatives to discuss the impending legislation. […]
Read articleThe Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) recent statement on workplace savings schemes, which aims to clarify regulations and encourage employers to adopt these programs to enhance employees’ financial resilience across the UK. The Power of Workplace Savings Workplace savings schemes allow employees to save directly from their payroll into accessible cash accounts, with the flexibility to […]
Read articleFree Childcare hours extended Entitlement to free childcare has been extended from 15 to 30 hours for parents of children aged between nine months and three years old, from 1st September, 2025. This completes the final phase of Government’s plans to ensure that all eligible parents have access to 30 hours of free childcare for […]
Read articleAs we approach Christmas 2025 and New Year 2026, it’s time for employers and employees in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland to plan for bank holidays and understand payroll obligations, including the importance of accurate Real Time Information (RTI) reporting to avoid Universal Credit disruptions. Bank Holidays: England and Wales For 2025, Christmas Day […]
Read articleNew Advisory Fuel Rates Shake Up Electric Vehicle Reimbursements in the UK Updated 26 August 2025 – HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has unveiled significant updates to the Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for company car users, effective from 1 September 2025. The most notable change introduces a groundbreaking split for electric vehicle (EV) charging, distinguishing […]
Read articleThe EU Pay Transparency Directive, adopted in March 2023, is set to reshape workplace fairness by June 2026. For UK employers with EU operations, hiring EU talent, or planning European expansion, this isn’t just a compliance issue it’s a chance to gain a competitive edge. Here’s what you need to know and how to act […]
Read articleConfirmation of the commencement regulations for the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act and its accompanying Statutory Code of Practice is now in place and scheduled to come into force on the 1st of October following the delay from the original July 2024 date. The long-awaited change to the law will ensure protected rights under the ERA […]
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