Almost every UK employment contract includes a probationary period. The rules around probation itself have not changed. There is no new law about how long it must last or what it must contain. What has changed is the legal framework around dismissal, and that changes everything about why probation matters.
A new government enforcement body launched in April 2026. Yet most employers have heard very little about it. The Fair Work Agency has the power to inspect your workplace, demand your records, and issue financial penalties, all without a worker raising a complaint first.
Password security for SMEs is often seen as an IT issue. In reality, effective password management for SMEs is largely a matter of people, awareness, and clear policy.
In many small and medium sized businesses, password practices develop informally over time. Shared logins, reused passwords, and inconsistent access control may feel efficient in the moment, but they create avoidable risk.
Staff Christmas events are a great way to celebrate achievements and boost team morale. Whether it’s a party, lunch, or alternative activity, these occasions can strengthen relationships and show appreciation for your team. However, they also carry risks for employers.
Keeping your small business going during the busiest time of the year for staff absence.
Rota management is one of the biggest headaches for many of our clients.
Essentials to include in your company handbook and how to get your employees to read it.
A guide to appraisals and other performance review alternatives.
Most businesses don’t have a strategy for dealing with menopause. Here’s our guide.
Guidance when a member of staff leaves.
Guidance on the HR issues to be aware of when outsourcing work or resources to freelance or contractors.
What can you do to ensure your HR is up to scratch?
Employers’ guide to supporting a member of staff experiencing mental health problems.
Our guidance on how to motivate your staff after the summer holidays when morale and productivity can plummet.
Returning to work after maternity leave can be a...
Getting the process wrong could be costly and risky, read our guide.
What are the things you need to know about and how do you re-organise your start-up?
Guidance on how to support your staff during hot weather including what the law says.
From hungover to distracted staff, we summarise some of the common summer HR challenges and how to handle them.
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