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How employers deal with conduct issues can have long‑lasting legal consequences. A poorly handled disciplinary matter – particularly one involving alleged gross misconduct – can set an internal precedent, undermine future decision‑making and expose the business to significant legal risk. Tribunals will scrutinise whether an employer has acted consistently, reasonably and lawfully. Understanding the difference […]

Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is the minimum statutory payment an employee is entitled to when they are unable to work due to illness, usually paid from the fourth day of absence when they earn above the ‘Lower Earnings Limit’ (LEL; currently £125 per week). From 6th April 2026 SSP will be payable from the first […]

Charities today operate in an environment where trust, fairness, and the wellbeing of staff and volunteers directly influence an organisation’s ability to deliver its mission.  As employment laws evolve, understanding your workforce’s rights is essential to protect your reputation and ensure long-term sustainability. With that in mind, the upcoming Employment Rights Act (ERB) introduces a […]

What changes, and when? – a clear implementation timeline for employers The Employment Rights Bill (ERB) has now received Royal Assent and is formally the Employment Rights Act 2025. Despite the scale of the Act, almost all reforms require further regulations or Codes of Practice before they take effect. The Government has published an implementation […]

Asbestos remains one of the most significant long-latency occupational health hazards in the UK. Despite the prohibition of asbestos use in 1999, asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) are still prevalent across a wide range of pre-2000 commercial, industrial, and public buildings. Exposure continues to result in fatal respiratory diseases, including asbestosis, mesothelioma, and asbestos-related lung cancer. According […]

Sickness absence is an inevitable part of working life. However, without clear procedures and fair management, it can lead to operational disruption, reduced morale, and potential legal risks. Managing sickness absence well is about finding the right balance supporting employees back to health while ensuring your organisation remains compliant and productive. This article outlines the […]

Manual handling (lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling loads) remains one of the most common sources of workplace injury. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), more than one-third of all reported workplace injuries are caused by manual handling activities. Most of these injuries result in musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) such as sprains, strains, and chronic […]

Good lighting at work is essential for safety, productivity and overall wellbeing. It enables staff to see hazards quickly and reduces the risk of accidents, while poor lighting can have a range of negative effects. Inadequate or poorly maintained lighting often leads to increased slips, trips and falls, and it can also cause eyestrain, headaches […]