The retail sector is shifting under our feet. Consumer expectations are higher than ever, profit margins are tight and finding great staff remains a massive hurdle for growing businesses. If you run a retail business in the UK, you already know the sting of administrative overload and complex scheduling demands. The old ways of running […]
If you offer overtime for part-time workers, it’s essential to treat them equally to your full-time employees. While overtime isn’t a statutory right in the UK, if an employer does offer it, the law requires that part-time workers aren’t treated less favourably when it comes to getting paid for their work. This is covered in […]
The government has released a clear implementation roadmap for the Employment Rights Act 2025, outlining key employment law changes that will take effect from April 2026 through to 2027. The Employment Rights Act 2025 has now been passed, with most reforms taking effect from April 2026 onwards. So when it comes to the changes, when […]
Page last updated on April 30, 2026 Protective orders are usually issued by Maine courts after a Protection from Abuse (PFA) or Protection from Harassment (PFH) hearing at which a civil protection request is made. These orders protect individuals who may be at risk of harm or further threats. Many people are surprised to learn […]
Running a manufacturing business in the UK means navigating tight margins, relentless supply chain pressures and an ongoing battle for skilled labour. You face the constant challenge of scaling production while keeping costs under control. For years, improving operations meant pushing your machinery harder or asking your team to work longer hours. That approach is […]
The construction industry has always been about more than just steel and concrete; it’s about the coordination of labour, the precision of planning and the management of risk. But for many UK firm owners and site managers, the daily reality is a constant battle against cost overruns, labour shortages and tight margins. The old ways […]
Construction payroll is one of the most complex compliance environments. It demands precision, adaptability and a platform built to handle the operational realities of the industry, not just standard payroll functions. That’s why being named a Software Advice FrontRunner for Construction Payroll Software in 2026 carries real significance for us. This recognition isn’t a panel […]
On the 19th of March 2026 — just two weeks before the most significant employment law changes in a generation came into force — the government published its final list, naming and shaming employers who had breached National Minimum Wage rules under the old enforcement regime. 389 employers named. £7.3 million in arrears. £12.6 million […]
If you’re a business owner or HR manager, there’s a good chance you’ve lost hours to tasks that felt more like admin than actual people management. You’re not alone. Employment Hero commissioned research 95% of SMEs say they have challenges managing employment and HR processes. The Work That Works report also found that over half […]
The 6th of April 2026 isn’t just the start of a new tax year. For UK employers, it’s the date five family leave reforms arrive at once. If your policies still reference a 26-week qualifying period for paternity leave, a one-year rule for unpaid parental leave, or simply don’t mention Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave at […]
