Legislation Changes
Zero Hour Contracts in 2026: What Employers Need to Know About New Restrictions and Worker Rights
The Employment Rights Act 2025 is changing zero hour contracts. Read our 2026 guide for UK employers on guaranteed hours, shift notice, and worker rights.
Employment Tribunal Time Limits Have Doubled: What Your Audit Trail Must Hold
Tribunal claims now have a six-month window. See what changed on 1st October 2026, what your records must hold and how to prove you followed a fair process.
Ask the Experts: How the Employment Rights Act 2025 Will Change Employer Compliance
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces major changes for UK employers. See what’s changing, key dates, and how to prepare to avoid costly compliance mistakes.
The UK Employment Rights Act Is Law: Prepare Your Business for What’s Ahead
Signed, sealed, and delivered. Don’t get left behind on flexible working and dismissal protections. Join us to turn these massive changes into an advantage.
UK Employment Law Has Changed: Your Full Breakdown & Live Q&A on the New Employment Rights Act
The biggest shake-up in decades has begun. Don’t navigate the maze blindly. Join our HR Advisory team for a full breakdown and live Q&A on the new Act.
The Employment Rights Act Is Here: Learn What You Must Do Next
The Employment Rights Act is now law. Join HR experts Simon Obee and Jhecie de Chavez for a practical roadmap to the new compliance deadlines. Register now.
The Employment Rights Act 2025: Critical changes UK employers need to know before April 2026
Join our webinar on the Employment Rights Act 2025. Get expert insights on day-one rights, flexible working and compliance deadlines. Register for free.
NEW DATA REVEALS TRUE IMPACT OF NATIONAL INSURANCE HIKE ON SMES
6 April 2025, NIC changes will cost medium SMEs £18,000 annually. New analysis shows firms with >8 employees face steep costs, while Midlands businesses are hit hardest.
Pay growth flat as SMEs prepare to enact jobs tax
6 February 2025 – SME pay growth stalled at 0% across Nov-Jan. Employers are freezing wages to build reserves for the Government’s upcoming jobs tax hike.
Two consecutive months of job losses following Budget
5 January 2025 – SME employment shrank again in Dec (-0.1%), marking two months of losses. Full-time roles fell 0.8% in Q4 as the Budget hits hiring early.
Employment shrinks by 0.4% in February as SMEs prepare for new costs
17 March 2025 – Employment for 18-24 year olds fell 1.8% in February. Overall employment shrank 0.4% as SMEs brace for minimum wage changes and tax hikes.
Gen Z wages and employment first to be hit by NIC hike last month
6 May 2025 – April data shows Gen Z employment fell 1.9% and wages dropped 0.2% following the NIC hike. Young casual workers were hit hardest by the new tax.
UK law on notice periods: What employers should know
Understand UK law on notice periods, including statutory vs contractual notice, redundancy, PILON and employer best practice.
Autumn Budget 2025 – Key Takeaways for SMEs
Unpack the 2025 Autumn Budget. We break down what’s changing and how it impacts UK businesses. Read on to stay informed.
The Accountant’s Playbook: Employment Rights Act – What It Really Means for Your Clients in 2026
The 2026 Employment Rights Act, a breakdown for accountants and their clients. With the Employment Rights Act set to bring significant reform in 2026, UK businesses will be turning to their trusted advisors for clarity. As an accountant, accounting firm or bookkeeper, you’re already a key pillar of support for your clients, and we’re here […]





















