The upcoming Employment Rights Act 2025 (ERA 2025) is set to introduce significant shifts in UK employment law, and much of this has had broad coverage. Still, one area that has not had focus is the planned additional protection for fixed-term contracts. For businesses that rely on fixed-term contracts, understanding these changes is crucial for […]
Does your marketing team know what the product development team is working on? Does your sales department have a clear understanding of customer service’s most significant challenges? If the answer is a hesitant “maybe” or a flat “no,” your organisation is likely operating in silos. Breaking down organisational silos is essential to transforming disconnected teams into […]
Imagine piloting a plane through heavy fog without a dashboard. You have no idea how fast you are going, how much fuel you have left, or whether you are even headed in the right direction. You might feel like you are flying smoothly, but you could be seconds away from a mountain. Running a business […]
On 13 January 2026, the government laid the draft Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave Regulations 2026 before Parliament, which focuses on compassion and support for families facing the most tragic of circumstances. These regulations will introduce a significant new right for employees: up to 52 weeks of paternity leave if a child’s primary carer dies in […]
This post breaks down the key changes introduced by the ERA 2025, specifically focusing on the Employment Rights Act 2025 parental leave provision covered in Sections 15, 16, and 17. Here, I cover the implementation timeline, the transitional rules you need to know, and what this shift means for both employers and the workforce. The […]
2026 is shaping up to be a transformative year for UK employment law changes in England, Wales, and Scotland. With the government driving an ambitious legislative agenda, HR professionals and legal practitioners are facing unprecedented change. At the heart of this shift is the Employment Rights Bill (ERB), a flagship piece of legislation that promises the most […]
Company culture used to be built within the four walls of an office. Spontaneous hallway conversations, team lunches, and the shared energy of a physical workspace shaped it, and, if you were fortunate, a pint after work in the pub. In a remote or hybrid world, many leaders worry that this essential element of their […]